Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias

Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias Location: Barnsley Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £40-50K + benefits package Overview We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias to join a busy engineering and manufacturing environment. This role is key to ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of site electrical systems and equipment. You will play a vital role in delivering planned preventative maintenance, responding to breakdowns, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to maximise equipment uptime and operational performance. Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems and site equipment Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults in a timely manner Interpret and work from electrical and mechanical drawings Maintain and repair a range of industrial equipment including: Overhead cranes and jibs Plasma and gas cutting machinery Sawing and drilling equipment Welding and grinding equipment Forklifts and sideloaders Perform mechanical tasks such as bearing and gear replacement Ensure all work is completed in line with Health & Safety procedures and site standards Work independently when required, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills Coordinate and oversee subcontractor activities where necessary Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives across the siteSkills & Experience Time-served electrical engineering background in a maintenance environment NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent qualification) 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (essential) Strong fault-finding skills across electrical and mechanical systems Experience maintaining industrial machinery and plant equipment Ability to read and interpret technical drawings Strong awareness of Health & Safety compliance Self-motivated with a proactive, hands-on approachBenefits Competitive salary based on experience Company pension scheme Sick pay scheme Private health plan Cycle to work scheme Share save scheme Option to purchase additional holidaySummary This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer to join a supportive team, working on a wide range of industrial equipment in a dynamic and safety-focused environment