Job Description

Job Title: Night Shift Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Pontrilas, Herefordshire

Hours: 40 hours per week, Sunday to Thursday, 21:45 - 06:15

Pay: 20.15 per hour plus 12.5% night shift allowance

Annual Equivalent: Approximately 47,151 per year (including allowance) plus weekly production bonus

About the Role

A skilled and motivated Night Shift Electrical Maintenance Engineer is required to support operations at a modern timber processing facility. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving electrical systems to ensure the smooth running of production during night operations.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and machinery Deliver project work including upgrades, installations, and improvements Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults to minimise downtime Work with a range of systems including vision systems, encoders, transducers, and PLCs Support the integration and maintenance of Siemens PLC systems Ensure compliance with electrical regulations and health and safety standards Collaborate with engineering and production teams to support night shift operations Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and project activities
Candidate Requirements

Qualified electrical engineer (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent) Proven experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or facilities maintenance environment Hands-on experience with vision systems, encoders, transducers, and Siemens PLCs (highly desirable) Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and proactively during night shifts Good knowledge of health and safety procedures and compliance requirements Reliable, professional, and safety-conscious attitude
Benefits and Rewards

20.15 per hour plus 12.5% night shift allowance Equivalent to approximately 47,151 per year (including allowance) Weekly production bonus 40 hours per week guaranteed Opportunities for overtime and career progression Supportive work environment with ongoing training
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 20.15 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Hereford HR2 0BE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
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Salary Expectations?
Work Location: In person