Posted 01 August, 2026
Shift Electrician
Manpower
Tyne and Wear, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Are you an experienced maintenance engineer with sound knowledge of Motors/Drives, Gearbox/transmissions, and PLC's?
\n Can you commit to working 4 on, 4 off, 2 days, 2 nights (6-6)?
Manpower Engineering are currently working on behalf of one of our valued partners, to assist them in finding a maintenance shift engineer to join their close-knit team.
\n Reporting to the Engineering Manager your role will:
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- Offer emergency breakdown response to production machinery and equipment and any other supporting equipment and services as required \n
- Carry out regular planned maintenance, as per the schedule \n
- Provide ideas and suggestions on how to improve all aspects of engineering on site \n
- Fill in accurately all records and documentation relating to planned or unplanned maintenance of the equipment \n
- Support and assist members of the site management team with regards to maximising machine utilisation \n
- Ensure that all mechanical/electrical repairs, plus maintenance to all services, machinery and equipment are actioned \n
- Closely monitor performance of all production equipment, note any problem areas or recurring faults, offer ideas for improvements, and carry out any agreed modifications as necessary \n
Key Results Areas/Outputs
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- Adherence to Planned Maintenance Schedule 90% \n
- 100% of Log sheets completed fully and accurately \n
- Unplanned machine downtime at 10% reduction over previous year. \n
Qualifications
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- HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Electrical preferred) \n
- Time served recognised apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance \n
- NVQ level 3 in maintenance operations or equivalent \n
Knowledge
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- Motors/Drives \n
- PLC's \n
- Gearbox/transmissions \n
Apply today for a member of the team to review your details and book in a call at a time convenient to you!
\nIf you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
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