Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, Jarrow

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of machinery and equipment across our facilities. This role requires a proactive approach to maintenance, strong technical expertise, and excellent leadership qualities to oversee and guide maintenance activities effectively. The ideal applicant will possess a comprehensive knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and automation systems, with the ability to work independently or supervise team members as needed.

Duties

• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on plant machinery and equipment to ensure optimal operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motors, sensors, and control panels.
• Read and interpret schematics, technical drawings, and wiring diagrams to diagnose issues accurately.
• Perform mechanical repairs such as welding, gear replacement, bearing changes, and alignment tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used for reporting purposes.
• Lead maintenance projects and supervise junior technicians or contractors during complex repairs or installations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures during all maintenance activities.
• Assist in the installation of new equipment and upgrades to existing systems to improve efficiency.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to operational issues within production areas.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending modifications or upgrades to machinery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance engineering within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical knowledge with experience working on PLCs (programmable logic controllers) and electrical schematics.
• Mechanical expertise including welding, gearboxes, bearings, and general mechanical repairs.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams fluently.
• Previous supervisory or team-leading experience is highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated customer service skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering are preferred. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated maintenance professional eager to contribute their expertise within a dynamic environment while developing their leadership capabilities further.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,521.31-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Profit sharing
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person