Electrical Maintenance Engineer

On behalf of our client, a leading aerospace manufacturing company, we are seeking a highly motivated Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join their growing team in Congleton. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering proactive and reactive maintenance support across the facility, ensuring safe and reliable operation of equipment in line with regulatory standards and business requirements.



Key Responsibilities



* Carry out planned and preventative electrical maintenance across plant, machinery, and facilities in accordance with maintenance schedules and HSE standards.



* Respond to and resolve equipment breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise production downtime.



* Install, upgrade, and maintain electrical systems and services in compliance with IEE regulations, manufacturer specifications, and internal standards.



* Support production operations by scheduling maintenance activity with minimal disruption to output.



* Liaise with Team Leaders and departmental stakeholders to ensure clear communication on maintenance priorities and planned works.



* Assist with the procurement and stock management of maintenance parts, tools, and consumables.



* Conduct fault-finding, diagnostics, and root cause analysis to inform continuous improvement and long-term reliability.



* Champion a culture of safety by ensuring all activities are carried out in accordance with Safe Systems of Work, Permit to Work procedures, and risk assessments.



* Ensure accurate completion of maintenance records and contribute to ongoing development of maintenance best practices.



Skills & Experience



* Minimum 4 years’ experience in an electrical maintenance role, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.



* Strong understanding of machine safety, fault diagnostics, and electrical installation standards.



* Experience working with suppliers and managing parts procurement processes.



* Confident working autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.



Qualifications



* Recognised time-served Electrical Apprenticeship.



* Working knowledge of 17th/18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.



* Certification in testing and inspection of electrical systems.



Package & Benefits



* Competitive salary



* Excellent pension and life assurance scheme



* 4-day working week



* 20 days holiday (equivalent to 5 weeks) plus bank holidays



* Birthday vouchers



* Employee Assistance Programme



* Cycle to Work scheme



* Free on-site parking