Maintenance Engineer

Location: Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm | Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 + Excellent Benefits (11% pension, healthcare, generous holiday allowance)

The Role
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join a well-established engineering team. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing electrical systems, diagnosing faults, and ensuring plant reliability. You’ll be working as part of a team of engineers, while also taking initiative to work independently when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and inspections of electrical systems and equipment

• React promptly and effectively to plant breakdowns

• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults, providing practical solutions

• Install, maintain and repair 3-phase motors, PLCs, VFDs, and associated equipment

• Replace faulty electrical components, wiring, and systems

• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, health & safety, and engineering standards

• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities and update work orders/equipment records

• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance system efficiency and reliability

• Participate in the call-out system as required

What We’re Looking For

• Fully qualified Electrical Engineer/Technician (17th/18th Edition preferred)

• Strong experience with PLC systems, drives, motors, and control systems

• Background in manufacturing, heavy industry, or forces considered

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a close-knit engineering team

• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £45,000 – £50,000

• 11% pension scheme

• Healthcare package

• Holiday allowance (to be confirmed)

• Day-based role with an early Friday finish

• Long-term stability with excellent career prospects