Widnes Based - Covering North Wales, Merseyside and Cheshire

Permanent

Competitive + Commercial vehicle + Flexible Benefits

Summary

Freedom Group are currently looking for a Commissioning Engineer to assist us with our SPEN Substation Electrical framework working on substations from LV to 132kV.

Reporting to the project managers, you will ensure that a planned, programmed, auditable and structured approach to the commissioning process is carried out to the highest standards, making sure the installed switchgear, transformers, relays, and protection schemes operate in accordance with the design intent.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Supervise onsite commissioning activities to ensure safe, compliant, and accurate testing is achieved.
• Write and Review Commissioning procedures and Safe System of Work for suitability of the activity.
• Prepare and Submit Commissioning Documentation for presentation to the Testing & Commissioning Panel for review and approval
• Ability to spot dangerous occurrences before they happen and implement control measures.
• Plan onsite commissioning activities including having an approved commissioning procedure, an approved Safe System of Work and co-ordination with other working parties including attending site planning meetings.
• Ensure all required test equipment is available and within date calibration records.
• Ensure the initial state of plant is as expected in the commissioning document.
• Successfully deliver pre-start briefing to entire working party including client witnesses for the commissioning with all parties fully understand the testing requirements and their individual roles to achieve a safe and compliant commissioning activity.
• Achieve a safe and compliant commissioning activity.
• Ensure the commissioning documents and safe system of work is followed by all involved in the activity.
• Witness and close out commissioning activities through to gaining client acceptance
• Report to project managers immediately when plant does not operate as expected or defects are found during the commissioning stage.
• Forward thinking approach with a can-do attitude.
• Plan and arrange commissioning activities in accordance with the project programme.
• Liaise with the project managers or representatives
• Attend meetings as needed

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in the commissioning of Electrical switchgear and protection systems from 11,000 to 132,000 volts from manufacturers such as Schneider, Siemens, Ormazabal, Kolektor, Brush etc
• Experience working on SPEN DNO equipment and protection schemes
• HNC qualification
• In date SPEN authorisations
• CSCS card

Benefits:

We’re always evolving our benefits to ensure we’re attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Company commercial vehicle
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
• Personal development programme

If you feel like this is an area you would like to progress into but you’re not quite meeting the criteria yet, we also have Trainee Commissioning Engineer roles available, reach out to us to find out more.

Next Steps

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual.

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

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Hybrid working model (4 days remote)
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Support design reviews, site assessments, and engineering inspections.
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Produce supporting documentation including test specs, inspection reports, and installation method statements.Must‑have Requirements
Proven experience using AutoCAD in electrical design.
Strong background in EC&I hardware design for engineering projects.
Knowledge of control panel or MCC design and electrical enclosure layouts.
Familiarity with IET Wiring Regulations and CDM Regulations.
Understanding of cable routing, system integration, and panel layouts.
Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.Nice‑to‑have Skills
Experience with PLC, HMI, or SCADA systems.
Background in highly regulated sectors (e.g., nuclear, defence, pharma).
Knowledge of functional safety standards such as IEC 61508.
Familiarity with Sellafield standards.Benefits
Hybrid working (typically 2–3 office days per week).
Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
Exposure to highly regulated and safety-critical engineering environments.Apply Now If you’re ready to take on an exciting design engineering role within a challenging and highly regulated environment, apply today and join a team delivering industry-leading solutions. The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website

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Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout project lifecycleMust‑have Requirements
Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems or equivalent experience
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
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Familiarity with Rockwell, Siemens or Schneider PLC platforms
Background working within regulated sectors such as nuclear, oil & gas or pharmaceuticals
Experience developing SCADA / HMI systems
Willingness to expand technical knowledge across multiple platformsApply Now If you’re interested in tackling complex engineering challenges and developing your expertise across multiple platforms, apply today to join this rewarding project. The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website

Location - Chester Are you a C&I Engineer with a background specifying or designing control systems?
Would you like to work for a high-tech Engineering company who offers exceptional benefits? Then this could be the role for you. Benefits you’ll get:
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays • 2 days working from home each week
• Company performance bonus • Individual Private Healthcare • One additional day-off every 4 weeks • Company Sick Pay
• Defined contribution pension scheme (up to 16%)
• Life Assurance x 7 times annual salary What will you be doing?
• You’ll focus on the provision of C&I design deliverables to projects and discrete work packages in the nuclear industry. • You’ll produce detailed technical specifications, including equipment functional specifications and control system logic specifications
• You’ll generate specifications and logic simulation programs for control system designs and simulation of control system performance
• You’ll generate specifications for control system hardware
• You’ll work with subcontractors, checking and approval of detail design drawing
• You’ll check suppliers’ test specifications and also attend FAT’s Where will you be doing it? You’ll be working for a global high-tech company who designs, ‎manufactures and installs specialist equipment within the Nuclear Industry. What will you need?
• You’ll have experience specifying or designing control systems for a range of applications • Experience supervising the provision of design information by subcontractors
• PLC hardware requirements including I/O capability, network communications and power supply requirements
• Instrumentation design including measurement range, measurement techniques, accuracy and EMC compatibility
• Knowledge of PLC programming requirements and standard We appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, apply now and we’ll deal with that later. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us

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Produce supporting documentation such as test specifications, installation method statements, inspection reports, and quality records Job Requirements: Strong experience using AutoCAD for electrical design
Experience delivering EC&I hardware design within engineering projects
Experience designing control panels, MCCs, or electrical enclosures
Knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations and CDM Regulations
Understanding of cable routing, panel layouts, and system integration
Strong communication skills and ability to work within a project team Desirable Skills: Experience with PLC, HMI, or SCADA systems
Experience in regulated industries such as nuclear, defence, or pharmaceuticals
Familiarity with functional safety standards like IEC 61508
Knowledge of Sellafield standards Qualifications: Degree/HNC in Electrical or EC&I Engineering, or equivalent experience Additional Information: Hybrid working, typically 2-3 days per week in the office
Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
UK travel required at key project stages for site visits and commissioning
Security clearance: BPSS required, SC eligible
If you are a skilled EC&I Hardware Designer looking to work on challenging projects in the nuclear sector, we encourage you to apply now to join our client’s dynamic team

Describe a complex EC&I design challenge you have led from concept through to detailed design. What made it complex, and how did you resolve it? When reviewing the work of senior designers, what specific technical or compliance issues do you scrutinise most closely, and why? Tell us about a time you had to influence multiple disciplines to align on a design solution. How did you secure agreement and maintain progress? The Opportunity This role requires a highly experienced Principal Electrical, Control & Instrumentation Engineer to lead EC&I design activities across a portfolio of engineering projects. The position involves producing, reviewing and assuring engineering deliverables across concept, preliminary and detailed design phases, as well as supporting installation and commissioning queries. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, guide integrated design teams, and ensure that all EC&I engineering outputs meet required standards, regulations and project milestones. Your duties and responsibilities will be Design Leadership Lead and take full responsibility for the delivery of EC&I design work packages.
Work within a small integrated design team to deliver design outputs in line with agreed milestones.
Independently determine project requirements and ensure design solutions meet functional, safety and regulatory needs.Technical Delivery Produce and check engineering deliverables across all design phases.
Review and verify EC&I documentation produced by senior designers.
Contribute to multi discipline design documentation including (but not limited to):
Project Requirements Documents
Basis of Design
Project Verification Plans
Quality Plans
Design Justification ReportsPlanning & Control Estimate engineering hours for scope changes or additional work.
Provide input to discipline schedules and progress reporting.
Support and contribute to formal Design Reviews.Compliance & Governance Produce reports and documentation in line with CDM requirements.
Ensure all design activities comply with relevant standards, regulations and internal management systems.
Interface effectively with design teams, facility teams, systems engineering and wider project functions throughout all project phases.You will have the following qualifications & experience
Proven experience managing and leading design delivery teams.
Strong background in machinery safety and UKCA marking.
Demonstrable experience in process instrumentation design.
Electrical power and LV services design capability.
Clear understanding of required deliverables and design processes across EC&I disciplines.
Experience delivering within structured management systems.
Competence in estimating, scheduling and progress reporting.
Strong collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within multi discipline teams.It’s great if you also have the following
Experience with programmable electronic systems.
Knowledge of radiometric instrumentation.Get in touch now If you’re seeking a new opportunity and think you have the skills and experience, we are looking for, then apply now or contact Zoe Wilson via Linkedin. Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business. Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business

Senior Control Systems Engineer Daresbury, Cheshire We are now seeking a Senior Control Systems Engineer to join our growing engineering team at out state of the art facility in Daresbury, Cheshire. This is a technically focused role, responsible for leading the design, development and commissioning of advanced control and automation systems across a wide range of industries. Key Responsibilities: Lead and contribute to all stages of the project lifecycle, ensuring high‑quality technical delivery. Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers and sharing best practices. Build strong client relationships through effective technical communication, presentations and documentation. Take ownership of technical tasks and projects, delivering to budget, quality, safety and programme expectations. Produce and review specifications, design documents and engineering reports. Develop, configure and implement control system application software across multiple platforms. Conduct testing and commissioning activities in live operational environments. Maintain consistently high engineering standards throughout the design and delivery process. Lead or work within multi‑disciplinary teams, adapting to a variety of environments. Ensure compliance with the company’s Integrated Management System. Contribute to continuous improvement and support the development of the wider engineering community. Skills, Experience & Qualifications: Degree‑qualified in control, automation or electrical engineering (or equivalent proven experience). Member of a relevant engineering or professional body (e.g., MIET); Chartered status desirable. Minimum 6 years’ experience within the control and automation industry. Proven track record delivering control solutions within sectors such as Food, Utilities, FMCG, Process or Materials Handling. Strong technical leadership and project engineering experience. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Highly motivated, ambitious and capable of operating at a senior technical level. Technology Portfolio (Experience Desired): PLC Control Systems (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Schneider) HMI & SCADA technologies Regional control systems & telemetry Data analysis, reporting & IT/database integration MES platforms Industrial networking Industrial & IT hardware Operational Technology systems Functional safety OT cyber security principles What We Offer Competitive salary 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Enhanced pension contribution Ongoing internal training and Clear career development pathways A supportive employer committed to employee Wellbeing Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business Access to employee discount schemes About Us We are MARCH®. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board. Why March? Progress is People. MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team know

Are you an experienced Maintenance Engineer with either a multi-skilled, electrical or mechanical background in the manufacturing sector? Are you searching for a role that involves purely working day shifts? Would you like to work for a truly global brand and a real employer of choice? If so, this Engineer role could be just for you. Along with amazing career prospects and the chance to work for one of the most well known brands in the world, the role offers a fantastic package and amazing career prospects. There is a salary of £47,727 and benefits including quarterly bonus, pension scheme, childcare vouchers and holidays that increase to 23 days holiday (with the scope to buy or sell 3) plus your birthday as an extra day off, bonus scheme, paid overtime, extended parental leave, company pension, staff discounts and plenty more! What will you be doing as a Maintenance Engineer: Working as part of a team, you’ll be providing a high level of technical support to Engineering and Operations, ensuring specific planned maintenance requirements are met, and reactive maintenance activities are supported, providing technical feedback for all engineering related activities. Duties will include: Working with Maintenance Planners, Line Engineering Lead and Manufacturing Technicians to ensure all planned maintenance is completed
Providing additional reactive support to Shift Technicians and Operations teams, when required
Monitoring Specialist to support completion of preventative work orders and in depth analysis countermeasures
Supporting Specialist teams delivering action completion and continuous improvement support
Providing support to ensure maintenance plans, task instructions and stores holdings are correct
Leading and supporting improvements through CI initiatives and preventative actions including health & safety actions
Driving and owning root cause analysis completion
Creating Visual Management for Planned Maintenance tasks
Acting as an ambassador for engineering standards and best practice across site
The role will involve working a 42.5 hour day shift with 3 x 12 hour day shifts and an additional 6 hour shift on alternate Wednesdays or Fridays. The role includes weekends and bank holidays We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience: Experience in a similar Engineering role with either an electrical or mechanical bias or a multi-skilled role with a large FMCG or other manufacturing company background in manufacturing
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands-on experience is essential
Recognised mechanical academic qualification
Strong electro-mechanical knowledge
Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems
Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards
Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards
A sense of ownership for safety, quality, and performance
Problem-solving skills
Good communication skills
Due to the location of the site, you will need your own transport
What will you get in return for your work as a Maintenance Engineer A salary of £47,724 including shift allowance
Quarterly bonus with the ability to earn up to another £3,200 pa
Scope for paid overtime
23 days holiday (with the ability to buy or sell 3 days extra)
Your birthday as an extra day off!
Free parking
Subsidised canteen
Company pension scheme with increased company contributions
Extended parental leave
Staff discount
Medical support including Virtual GP and Physiotherapy
Cycle to work scheme
Electric car scheme
PPE including uniform and safety boots provided, cleaned and maintained for you
Long service awards
Great career prospects with excellent training provided
A role with no night shifts!
If this sounds like a Maintenance Engineer role you would LOVE, please send your CV today! Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven’t been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer on Multi-skilled engineer with strong electrical skills? Would you like to work for a truly global brand and a real employer of choice? If so, this Engineer role could be just for you. Along with amazing career prospects and the kudos of working for one of the most well known brands in the world, the role offers a fantastic package and amazing career prospects. There is a salary of £58,944 and benefits including quarterly bonus, pension scheme, childcare vouchers and holidays that increase to 23 days holiday (with the scope to buy or sell 3) plus your birthday as an extra day off, paid overtime, extended parental leave, company pension, staff discounts and plenty more! What will you be doing as an Electrical Engineer:
Working as part of a team, you will be ensuring smooth and continued running of a large production site. You will ensure the smooth running and maintenance of all manufacturing assets, whilst delivering optimum plant reliability through preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, root cause analysis and continuous improvement. The role will focus on PPM to reduce the need to take a fire fighting approach to maintenance and repairs. Duties will include: Deliver hands-on engineering support to keep production running smoothly
Perform both reactive and planned maintenance on plant and equipment
Keep maintenance records up to date using our CMMS system
Work closely with production to meet daily performance goals
Follow safety and repair best practices at all times
Contribute to continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives
The role will involve working a continental shift pattern, 3 on, 2 off with a 42.9 hour week on average with 12.25-hour shifts: This will rotate between days (05:45-18:00) and nights (17:45-6:00) and includes nights, weekends and bank holidays We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience: Experience in a similar Engineering role with a strong electrical bias with a large company background, ideally in manufacturing
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering apprenticeship with hands-on experience is essential
Recognised electrical academic qualification
Electrical Testing & Inspecting - City & Guilds 2391 holder would be an advantage
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) qualification is desirable
Strong electro-mechanical knowledge
Working knowledge of PLC systems - Allen Bradley and/or Siemens an advantage
Familiarity with CMMS and SCADA systems
Comfortable with LOTO processes
Solid understanding of equipment and technical standards
A sense of ownership for safety, quality, and performance
Problem-solving skills
Good communication skills
Due to the location of the site, you will need your own transport
What will you get in return for your work as an Electrical Engineer: A salary of £58,944 including shift allowance
Quarterly bonus with the ability to earn up to another £3,200 pa
Scope for paid overtime
23 days holiday (with the ability to buy or sell 3 days extra)
Your birthday as an extra day off!
Free parking
Subsidised canteen
Company pension scheme with increased company contributions
Extended parental leave
Staff discount
Medical support including Virtual GP and Physiotherapy
Cycle to work scheme
Electric car scheme
PPE including uniform and safety boots provided, cleaned and maintained for you
Long service awards
Great career prospects with excellent training provided
If this sounds like an Electrical Engineer role you would LOVE, please send your CV today! Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven’t been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database

Electrical Maintenance Engineer St Helens Monday to Friday: Days £45,000+ Excellent benefits Benefits: Company Contributory Pension
Life Assurance
Healthcare
25 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday
BonusA global manufacturer is looking for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join their high‑performing Engineering Team. With outstanding staff retention, top‑tier facilities and continuous investment in engineering and production, this is a rare chance to step into a business that’s growing fast. This is a rare, long‑term opportunity to be part of a brand that’s leading its sector. Role Description PPM, Reactive Maintenance on varied industrial machinery
Electrical Breakdowns and Repairs
Fault Finding on both Electrical issues
Adhering to Health & Safety on site at all times
Project work, line modification and improvements
PLC, HMI and SCADA
Participate in continuous improvement projects, installations etc
Lots of internal & external training & development opportunitiesSkills and Qualifications Time-Served Electrical Maintenance Engineering Experience
MUST be HNC Qualified
Industrial Engineering Background
Fault finding, strong skills electrical engineering
Motivated to work in a team environment
Proven experience and driven to work in a fast-paced environmentCompany Information As a business our client is a true market leader within their industry with a strong presence across the UK. With a secure portfolio of clients these roles provide a stable and secure opportunity in the present economic market. In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for technically motivated engineers. Please click the link to apply If you are interested in this position please click ‘apply’. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Southport
£45,000 - £50,000 + Overtime + Training + Progressions
Monday - Friday, 6am - 2:30pm & 2:30pm-10pm Are you an Electrical Engineer looking for a new opportunity within a busy manufacturing organisation that can offer a lot of training and development? Are you looking for a new role that can offer a great work life balance due to being a weekday role with early and late shift patterns? This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking for day to day variety and wants to add genuine value while progressing throughout a business. You will also have the chance to increase your skillset as an Engineer and develop your career via extensive training within a growing manufacturing plant. The company are a successful industry leading manufacture based within Southport and operate a successful Maintenance department that they are looking to expand. After recent success, the organisation is rapidly growing and can offer multiple progression opportunities in the future. The role involves joining a busy environment as a Maintenance Engineer utilising your Electrical skillset. The successful candidate will be working on reactive and planned maintenance across the factory floor within a team of engineers. All skill levels of Maintenance Engineers are encouraged to apply - REF 5085 The Role:
*Electrical Maintenance
*Planned, Reactive and Preventive Maintenance
*Working on manufacturing equipment The Candidate:
*Working experience as a Maintenance Engineer
*Electrical skillset *Level 3 or NVQ equivalent within Engineering elix sourcing solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment. Mechanical, Maintenance, Electrical, Multi Skilled, PPM, Fault Finding, Process Machinery, FMCG, Manufacturing, Testing, Inspecting, Repairs, PLC, Electric, CNC, Millers, Automation, Southport, Formby, Ormskirk, Aughton, Crosby, Burscough, Skelmersdale, Bootle, Liverpool, Preston, Leyland, Chorley

Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Chester Area - Permanent Role We’re recruiting on behalf of a long-established manufacturer based near Chester, known for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions to industries including pharmaceuticals, food, and consumer goods. Operating from a cutting-edge facility this business is growing rapidly and investing heavily in technology and talent. They’re now looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team and help keep operations running smoothly. Electrical Maintenance Engineer key responsibilities: Perform general repairs and ongoing servicing of machinery on-site.
Diagnose and resolve faults as needed.
PLC fault finding and diagnostics.
Electrical maintenance including wiring and inspection.
Keep manufacturing management regularly informed on progress.
Plan and implement preventive and corrective maintenance.
React promptly to any machine breakdowns, solving problems efficiently.
Follow company health and safety policies.
Monitor and maintain maintenance tools, stores, and equipment. Benefits of the Electrical Maintenance Engineer position: A salary in the region of £55,000 - £60,000
Overtime paid at premium rates.
Friendly and inclusive working environment.
Work for a market-leading business. If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, please apply now through this advert! ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity

£40,000- £45,000 + Overtime OTE 50K + Door to Door Pay + Private Car Use + Training on Bespoke Machinery

Leeds

Are you a CNC Service Engineer from a mechanical or electrical background looking to work with the latest cutting-edge technology, in a thriving and well-established company that will provide tailored training abroad on world renowned machine tools produced by giants like Okuma and Makino?

Do you want to join the company at the pinnacle of their industry, working with the likes of JLR, Rolls Royce and BAE, where you will be given tailored development to become leading technical expert in the machine tool field, setting yourself up for the rest of your career?

In this role you will be servicing cutting edge machine tools at Blue Chip client’s sites, covering a large area in the Northwest of England and Scotland, with fully funded travel and overnight stay. With formal courses and shadowing best-in-class Engineers, you will become a rounded electromechanical Engineer able to fix any type of machine.

Recognised as the number one industry leader in the training and development of their Engineers, this machine tool distributor prides themselves as market leaders in their field and are looking to increase their arsenal of machinery and solidify their position in the market.

The role would suit a Machine Tool Service Engineer or similar looking to diversify their skill set and become a technical expert in an array of machinery, within a company boasting second-to-none development opportunities.

The Role:

• Installing, servicing, maintaining, and decommissioning machine tools
• Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults, with ongoing training given
• Travelling to customer sites across the North of England and Scotland
• Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, 37.5 hours per week, paid door to door

The Person:

• CNC Service Engineer
• Looking for elite level, tailored training opportunities

Reference Number: BBBH 23060i

Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, Engineer, Okuma, Makino, Installing, Servicing, Decommissioning, Diagnosing, Faults, Machine, Tools, Maintenance, Maintaining, Sheffield, Huddersfield, Bradford, Wakefield

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

£42,000 - £45,000 + Overtime OTE 55K + Shift Allowance + Training on PLCs + 6% Pension + Funded Qualifications

Holywell

Are you a Maintenance Engineer from an ex-forces background or similar, looking for a 3-shift role within a market leading company that will value your development through in-house training on PLCs and fully funded external electrical courses, making you a more well-rounded Engineer?

Do you want to join a company offering significant overtime paid at premium rates to maximise your earnings and the flexibility that shift work brings?

In this role you will be responsible for keeping production lines operational, with the overall maintenance of automation and metal manufacturing machinery. This will involve both mechanical and electrical maintenance on motors, gearboxes, sensors and control panels on a 3-shift rotation.

This company has been operational since the 1950s, specialising in the niche production of specialist materials, supplying heavily into the aerospace, automotive and chemical industries and are vital for their continued operation.

This role would suit a Maintenance Engineer with mechanical and some electrical experience from an ex-forces background or similar looking for a 3-shift role, with full internal training on electrical systems including PLCs.

The Role:

• Maintenance of automation and manufacturing machinery
• Fault finding and maintaining gearboxes, motors, sensors, panels and PLCs
• 3 shift patterns: Monday to Friday, 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm, 10pm - 6am, rotating weekly
• Overtime available at time on weekdays and double Sunday
• Fully funded qualifications such as level 3 NVQ

The Person:

• Maintenance Engineer
• Ex-forces background or similar

Reference number: BBBH 24260g

Maintenance, Maintaining, Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Machinery, Engineer, Engineering, Faults, Fault Finding, Motors, Gear Boxes, Censors, Chester, Wrexham, Prestatyn, Rhyl

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

We re hiring for a Fire & Security Engineer to join a specialist business based in Liverpool.

In this role, you ll be carrying out servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding on a range of fire detection and alarm systems, while providing professional support to clients across the region.

What s on offer?

• Up to £40,000 p/a (d.o.e)
• Mon Fri 8am 5pm
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Company van + fuel card
• Breakfast & Dinner paid for
• Additional £25 daily allowance
• 28 days holiday
• Training courses provided for desired qualifications
• Tools, uniform, and PPE supplied

What will you be doing as a Fire & Security Engineer?

• Servicing, maintaining, and fault-finding fire detection & alarm systems
• Responding to callouts and ensuring systems are fully operational
• Working safely in line with company and industry procedures
• Maintaining professional on-site conduct and customer communication
• Completing paperwork accurately and on time
• Participating in the on-call rota

What do you need?

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Fire Safety Level 3 (desirable)
• IPAF and CSCS cards (desirable)

Apply today or speak with Jack Lawrence at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am 5:00pm Monday Friday.

KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted.