Maintenance Engineer – Electrical Bias

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
Gateshead
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£45,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering & Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Electrical fault-finding Three-phase systems Welding/fabrication Heavy industry machinery Motors Gearboxes Hydraulics Pneumatics

FULL DESCRIPTION

Are you a skilled electro-mechanical engineer with a passion for solving complex problems and delivering exceptional service? Our client is looking for Engineers to join their experienced service team, working with a wide range of clients to inspect, maintain, and repair heavy industry equipment.

About the role

Are you a skilled electro-mechanical engineer with a passion for solving complex problems and delivering exceptional service? Our client is looking for Engineers to join their experienced service team, working with a wide range of clients to inspect, maintain, and repair heavy industry equipment.

Role Overview

As an Engineer working in in the field, you’ll provide an expert service and safety advice to help their customers stay compliant and productive. You’ll travel to customer sites, diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and ensure lifting systems are operating safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities & Daily Tasks

  • Inspect, service, and repair heavy industry equipment
  • Travel to customer sites in a company vehicle to conduct planned maintenance and respond to breakdowns.
  • Diagnose and resolve electrical faults - often without detailed drawings -and carry out repairs or component replacements.
  • Work with motors, drives, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and control panels.
  • Perform basic welding and fabrication tasks (desirable).
  • Troubleshoot engineering issues to minimise customer downtime.
  • Inspect lifting equipment for safety and compliance.
  • Liaise with customers to explain work carried out and recommend improvements.
  • Maintain accurate service records and update compliance documentation.
  • Provide clear, professional reports and deliver outstanding customer service with a safety-first approach.

Skills, Experience & Person Specification

  • Proven experience in a multi-skilled engineering role with an electrical bias.
  • Previous experience of working on heavy industry machinery.
  • Strong electrical fault-finding skills.
  • Experience with three-phase systems
  • Welding/fabrication experience (desirable).
  • Comfortable working at height and in confined environments.
  • Valid UK Driving Licence (essential).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
  • Organised, safety-conscious, and committed to continuous improvement.
  • Professional, proactive, and adaptable.

What You’ll Get in Return

  • Starting salary between £40,000 – £45,000, depending on experience
  • Earning potential of £50,000 – £60,000+ through overtime and out-of-hours work
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Company vehicle and fuel card, with personal use allowance
  • Ongoing industry training and support for professional development
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Plus, a range of additional benefits designed to support your wellbeing and growth

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business and play a key role in the expansion of their field service team of engineers.

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now.’

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