£38ph | Outside IR35

Location: Near Andover

gap technical are proud to be representing a manufacturing business in their search for an experienced Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to support operations at their site near Andover

The Role

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the manufacturing process by responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned maintenance, and driving continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance activities
• Fault-find efficiently using machine history, documentation, and diagnostics
• Take ownership of a nominated production area
• Identify, correct, and modify recurring machine faults
• Work closely with production teams to maintain strong working relationships
• Train operational staff in minor maintenance tasks and assist with major repairs
• Ensure all machinery is maintained to a high engineering standard
• Actively contribute to reducing downtime and improving engineering processes

About You

• Time-served engineering apprenticeship (preferred)

• Electrical bias with strong hands-on experience

• 2391 inspection and testing (must have)

• Proven experience with:

• 3 Phase Electrical Systems

• Motors, Drives, Safety Relays & PLC’S

• FMCG machinery

Background in FMCG manufacturing is advantageous but not essentialStrong communication skills with the ability to plan and organise workload effectivelyFlexible approach to shift patterns (days, nights, weekends)

What’s on Offer

• Outside IR35 contract
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading manufacturing business
• Varied and challenging role in a fast-paced environment

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical, who are operating as an employment business. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment, and development of the best people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the role.

Closing Date: 20/02/2026

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