Join a leading manufacturing business as a Maintenance Engineer (Days), improving reliability and plant performance through expert electrical maintenance, controls support and continuous improvement. Maintenance Engineer (Days) Barnoldswick, Lancashire, BB18 5HP Full-time, Monday - Friday (week 1: 7am-3pm, week 2: 10am-6pm) Permanent position Salary up to £48,000 per annum + overtime Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK Filtrox are a forward-thinking, high-performing manufacturing business operating in a fast-paced FMCG environment. With a strong focus on innovation, safety, and world-class engineering standards, we are committed to maximising production efficiency and investing in the continuous development of our people. The Role As a Maintenance Engineer (Days) reporting into the Chief Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving automated production equipment to world-class standards. You will provide electrical and controls maintenance support, drive planned preventative maintenance strategies, and contribute to continuous improvement across the site. Key Responsibilities: Provide reactive electrical and controls maintenance support across production equipment Record maintenance activity, parts, costs and remedies within the CMMS system Ensure PPM and predictive maintenance routines are completed and monitored using KPIs Improve fault identification methods to reduce machine downtime Support refurbishment, installation, modification and improvement projects Develop reliability strategies, including CBM routines and criticality assessments Supervise and manage maintenance contractors safely and effectively Source and order parts and equipment from approved suppliers Assist with electrical and controls improvement projects to increase uptime and efficiency Lead on statutory electrical compliance and safety requirements Promote behavioural safety, LOTO compliance, permit adherence and near-miss reporting Provide engineering coaching and skills transfer to manufacturing teams Respond to occasional out-of-hours requests for technical support The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a motivated and experienced Maintenance Engineer with a strong background in electrical engineering, automation, and FMCG manufacturing environments. About you: Recognised Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship completed HNC/BTEC (or equivalent) in Electrical, Electronic or Instrumentation / Controls Engineering 18th Edition qualified (or able to achieve certification within 6 months) Competency accessing Siemens control systems Minimum 3 years' experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment (FMCG preferred) Strong fault-finding, diagnostics and problem-solving ability Excellent communication, organisation and planning skills A proactive, self-motivated approach to engineering and safety Benefits: Salary up to £48,000 per annum + overtime Monday to Friday days-based working pattern Stable, permanent position within a growing manufacturing business Opportunities for training, development and progression Strong focus on safety, investment and continuous improvement Collaborative team culture with high engineering standards How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies, please. Other suitable skills and experience include Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Multi-Skilled Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Shift Engineer, Plant Engineer, Reliability Engineer, FMCG Engineer, Electrical Technician, Engineering Technician
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Join a leading manufacturing business as a Maintenance Engineer (Days), improving reliability and plant performance through expert electrical maintenance, controls support and continuous improvement. Maintenance Engineer (Days) Barnoldswick, Lancashire, BB18 5HP Full-time, Monday - Friday (week 1: 7am-3pm, week 2: 10am-6pm) Permanent position Salary up to £48,000 per annum + overtime Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK Filtrox are a forward-thinking, high-performing manufacturing business operating in a fast-paced FMCG environment. With a strong focus on innovation, safety, and world-class engineering standards, we are committed to maximising production efficiency and investing in the continuous development of our people. The Role As a Maintenance Engineer (Days) reporting into the Chief Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving automated production equipment to world-class standards. You will provide electrical and controls maintenance support, drive planned preventative maintenance strategies, and contribute to continuous improvement across the site. Key Responsibilities: Provide reactive electrical and controls maintenance support across production equipment Record maintenance activity, parts, costs and remedies within the CMMS system Ensure PPM and predictive maintenance routines are completed and monitored using KPIs Improve fault identification methods to reduce machine downtime Support refurbishment, installation, modification and improvement projects Develop reliability strategies, including CBM routines and criticality assessments Supervise and manage maintenance contractors safely and effectively Source and order parts and equipment from approved suppliers Assist with electrical and controls improvement projects to increase uptime and efficiency Lead on statutory electrical compliance and safety requirements Promote behavioural safety, LOTO compliance, permit adherence and near-miss reporting Provide engineering coaching and skills transfer to manufacturing teams Respond to occasional out-of-hours requests for technical support The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a motivated and experienced Maintenance Engineer with a strong background in electrical engineering, automation, and FMCG manufacturing environments. About you: Recognised Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship completed HNC/BTEC (or equivalent) in Electrical, Electronic or Instrumentation / Controls Engineering 18th Edition qualified (or able to achieve certification within 6 months) Competency accessing Siemens control systems Minimum 3 years' experience maintaining automated manufacturing equipment (FMCG preferred) Strong fault-finding, diagnostics and problem-solving ability Excellent communication, organisation and planning skills A proactive, self-motivated approach to engineering and safety Benefits: Salary up to £48,000 per annum + overtime Monday to Friday days-based working pattern Stable, permanent position within a growing manufacturing business Opportunities for training, development and progression Strong focus on safety, investment and continuous improvement Collaborative team culture with high engineering standards How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies, please. Other suitable skills and experience include Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Multi-Skilled Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Shift Engineer, Plant Engineer, Reliability Engineer, FMCG Engineer, Electrical Technician, Engineering Technician
Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy from Waste company in the UK to recruit an Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician for its site in North Yorkshire. The EC&I Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £48,000 and a bonus. If you are an apprentice trained EC&I Technician with experience on heavy industrial sites and looking to work then submit your CV to click apply for full job details
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy from Waste company in the UK to recruit an Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician for its site in North Yorkshire. The EC&I Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £48,000 and a bonus. If you are an apprentice trained EC&I Technician with experience on heavy industrial sites and looking to work then submit your CV to click apply for full job details
Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading O&M provider to recruit a Lead Electrical Control and Instrumentation Technician for its Energy from Waste power plant in Hull. The Lead Electrical Control and Instrumentation Technician role offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and excellent opportunities for professional development click apply for full job details
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading O&M provider to recruit a Lead Electrical Control and Instrumentation Technician for its Energy from Waste power plant in Hull. The Lead Electrical Control and Instrumentation Technician role offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and excellent opportunities for professional development click apply for full job details
This role is to support the operations, ongoing engineering development and maintenance of the QMRE Pyrolysis Facility near Hoo, Rochester (the Plant), with the intention that the plant is maintained and operated to the highest possible performance, quality, health and safety, and environmental standards. These requirements necessitate a flexible and adaptive working approach both to developing solutions to challenges and working patterns. Responsibilities and accountabilities: To take direction from the Site Operations Manager as to the work needed and timelines required. Undertake all required work activities ensuring that tasks are prioritised and completed in a timely way to ensure that the plants schedules are fully met. Ensure that works are undertaken in accordance with safe methods of work, using standard operating procedures, correct PPE, and safety assessments, and help develop these safe methods of work where they do not exist. Support the Site Operations Manager with plant performance issues and resolutions Full understanding of the QMRE process and good understanding of the SCADA control system. Support plant maintenance activities. Update and maintain accurate records, including audits, inspections, calibration records, plant operations data, turnaround data, documents and drawings relating to the plant. Collating and logging all information appropriately as agreed. Take personal responsibility for the quality and completion of the work tasks given to the Operations team. Preparation of and recording quantities of all materials needed (inc. chemicals, gases, feedstocks, etc.), reporting any deficiencies in a timely manner to permit early resolution. Recording quantities of all products & waste materials produced, co-ordinating with the Site Operations Manager for their safe storage and removal. Assist in ensuring skills and competence are relevant by undertaking, and applying, suitable training and development. Be able to assess the need for and correctly apply plant isolations. Prepare and issue permits to work covering all relevant works. Contribute to the engineering design, development and implementation of new and existing equipment, and comply with the needs of the change management process for the plant. Participate in safety assessments and meetings (e.g. Hazop and risk assessments) relating to plant modifications, additions etc. Ensure the working environment is safe and in a clean condition, including organising periodic cleaning of operational and welfare areas. Use of the stock management system to ensure that key stocks and consumables are maintained at appropriate levels, reporting any stock shortage or equipment failures or other deficiencies in a timely manner to permit early resolution. Actively seek and identify opportunities for improvement to plant operations and agree corrective actions with the Site Operations Manager. Lead by example and supervise the Process Technicians day to day activities. Key abilities for job: Essential Ability to work safely, and to ensure the safety of others, complying with all safety assessment requirements. Ability to take a leading role in and champion plant safety, e.g. hazops, risk assessments, use of safety equipment, etc., and participate, where needed, in health and safety meetings. Demonstrated ability to supervise successful and safe plant operations across all conditions, including reporting of trials. Ability to work as part of a team and to work independently. Work flexibly in terms of working patterns, location, and reporting lines, to ensure that the plant is adequately manned at all times, including being on call. To organise, monitor and report the work activities of others. To fully understand the operation and equipment of the QMRE process. Willingness to undertake training to ensure safe operation of equipment (e.g. forklift, compressed gases, CoSHH, etc.). Desirable Ability to use mobile plant (especially forklifts). Ideally experience in similar operational environment. Ideally, Electrical, Instrumentation/Controls or Mechanical qualifications or experience with experience of working with flammable materials.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
This role is to support the operations, ongoing engineering development and maintenance of the QMRE Pyrolysis Facility near Hoo, Rochester (the Plant), with the intention that the plant is maintained and operated to the highest possible performance, quality, health and safety, and environmental standards. These requirements necessitate a flexible and adaptive working approach both to developing solutions to challenges and working patterns. Responsibilities and accountabilities: To take direction from the Site Operations Manager as to the work needed and timelines required. Undertake all required work activities ensuring that tasks are prioritised and completed in a timely way to ensure that the plants schedules are fully met. Ensure that works are undertaken in accordance with safe methods of work, using standard operating procedures, correct PPE, and safety assessments, and help develop these safe methods of work where they do not exist. Support the Site Operations Manager with plant performance issues and resolutions Full understanding of the QMRE process and good understanding of the SCADA control system. Support plant maintenance activities. Update and maintain accurate records, including audits, inspections, calibration records, plant operations data, turnaround data, documents and drawings relating to the plant. Collating and logging all information appropriately as agreed. Take personal responsibility for the quality and completion of the work tasks given to the Operations team. Preparation of and recording quantities of all materials needed (inc. chemicals, gases, feedstocks, etc.), reporting any deficiencies in a timely manner to permit early resolution. Recording quantities of all products & waste materials produced, co-ordinating with the Site Operations Manager for their safe storage and removal. Assist in ensuring skills and competence are relevant by undertaking, and applying, suitable training and development. Be able to assess the need for and correctly apply plant isolations. Prepare and issue permits to work covering all relevant works. Contribute to the engineering design, development and implementation of new and existing equipment, and comply with the needs of the change management process for the plant. Participate in safety assessments and meetings (e.g. Hazop and risk assessments) relating to plant modifications, additions etc. Ensure the working environment is safe and in a clean condition, including organising periodic cleaning of operational and welfare areas. Use of the stock management system to ensure that key stocks and consumables are maintained at appropriate levels, reporting any stock shortage or equipment failures or other deficiencies in a timely manner to permit early resolution. Actively seek and identify opportunities for improvement to plant operations and agree corrective actions with the Site Operations Manager. Lead by example and supervise the Process Technicians day to day activities. Key abilities for job: Essential Ability to work safely, and to ensure the safety of others, complying with all safety assessment requirements. Ability to take a leading role in and champion plant safety, e.g. hazops, risk assessments, use of safety equipment, etc., and participate, where needed, in health and safety meetings. Demonstrated ability to supervise successful and safe plant operations across all conditions, including reporting of trials. Ability to work as part of a team and to work independently. Work flexibly in terms of working patterns, location, and reporting lines, to ensure that the plant is adequately manned at all times, including being on call. To organise, monitor and report the work activities of others. To fully understand the operation and equipment of the QMRE process. Willingness to undertake training to ensure safe operation of equipment (e.g. forklift, compressed gases, CoSHH, etc.). Desirable Ability to use mobile plant (especially forklifts). Ideally experience in similar operational environment. Ideally, Electrical, Instrumentation/Controls or Mechanical qualifications or experience with experience of working with flammable materials.
Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market leading energy company to recruit an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation (EC&I) Technician for their Energy from Waste Power Station in Birmingham, West Midlands. The vital EC&I Technician role comes with a salary of 52,686 + Bonus + Overtime + benefits. If you're an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Maintenance Engineer you will: Carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs, planned and unplanned maintenance activities on all EC&I assets to maximise plant availability including pressure, level, temperature and flow sensors and control systems (DCS, PLCs) and electrical equipment. Assisting during major maintenance periods, shutdowns, outages etc. when required to ensure maximum plant availability and efficiency. Working alongside other technicians in the maintenance team in diagnosing faults and assisting/suggesting equipment upgrades Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS Supervising and directing on site contractors when required Working within the company health, safety and environmental processes and procedures at all times. Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following: Ideally have at least an NVQ Level 3 in a relevant engineering discipline such as controls and instrumentation or electrical engineering. 17th / 18th Edition will be highly advantageous A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH would be advantageous Experience, knowledge, and personal skills The EC&I Technician role would suit someone who has: Prior experience working in heavy process engineering environments such as Power (EfW, Biomass, CCGT, Coal, CHP, etc), Pharmaceutical, Chemicals, Steel Production, etc. Having prior experience working with steam generation equipment will be highly advantageous. Excellent technical knowledge of PLC, DCS, Instrumentation and some electrical systems Experience working with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Salary and benefits of the EC&I Technician role: Basic salary of 52,686 Bonus Overtime Other excellent benefits Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market leading energy company to recruit an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation (EC&I) Technician for their Energy from Waste Power Station in Birmingham, West Midlands. The vital EC&I Technician role comes with a salary of 52,686 + Bonus + Overtime + benefits. If you're an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Maintenance Engineer you will: Carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs, planned and unplanned maintenance activities on all EC&I assets to maximise plant availability including pressure, level, temperature and flow sensors and control systems (DCS, PLCs) and electrical equipment. Assisting during major maintenance periods, shutdowns, outages etc. when required to ensure maximum plant availability and efficiency. Working alongside other technicians in the maintenance team in diagnosing faults and assisting/suggesting equipment upgrades Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS Supervising and directing on site contractors when required Working within the company health, safety and environmental processes and procedures at all times. Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following: Ideally have at least an NVQ Level 3 in a relevant engineering discipline such as controls and instrumentation or electrical engineering. 17th / 18th Edition will be highly advantageous A formal health and safety qualification such as IOSH would be advantageous Experience, knowledge, and personal skills The EC&I Technician role would suit someone who has: Prior experience working in heavy process engineering environments such as Power (EfW, Biomass, CCGT, Coal, CHP, etc), Pharmaceutical, Chemicals, Steel Production, etc. Having prior experience working with steam generation equipment will be highly advantageous. Excellent technical knowledge of PLC, DCS, Instrumentation and some electrical systems Experience working with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Salary and benefits of the EC&I Technician role: Basic salary of 52,686 Bonus Overtime Other excellent benefits Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
EC&I Technician c£52,000 plus benefits Birmingham MC Technical Recruitment are partnered with a leading provider of energy from waste & are seeking an Electrical Controls & Instrumentation Technician to join their team. Working on a 40 hour week with no on call rota the EC&I Technician, the will carry out planned & preventative maintenance across this power generation facility based in Birmingham. As the EC&I Technician, you will be responsible for: Carrying out planned & reactive maintenance on electrical process plant PLC & controls fault diagnosis on rotating plant including fans & pumps Supporting during major maintenance periods such as shutdowns, outages etc Responding to breakdowns to ensure continuous operations Maintaining accurate records using the site CMMS Problem solve & assist the electrical engineer with site improvements Working on a days basis to support operations across the site Other duties as required To be considered for this role you should have: A relevant engineering qualified (HNC/NVQ/Apprenticeship etc.) Proven experience in EfW or relevant sector (Biomass / CCGT / energy from waste / Water) Experience troubleshooting, fault finding and rectifying problems on DCS, SCADA and PLCs Electrical maintenance experience on motors, switchgear, VSDs, control panels, etc. Knowledge of all Health, Safety & Environmental legislation and safe systems of work, RAMS, permit to work, etc. This is a permanent position based in Birmingham; due to the location of the plant, you will need a full UK driving licence to access the site. The package on offer for this position includes: c£52,000 Pension 25 days holidays plus BH Training & Development To Apply: If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Matt George at MC Technical Recruitment with your CV or call on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
EC&I Technician c£52,000 plus benefits Birmingham MC Technical Recruitment are partnered with a leading provider of energy from waste & are seeking an Electrical Controls & Instrumentation Technician to join their team. Working on a 40 hour week with no on call rota the EC&I Technician, the will carry out planned & preventative maintenance across this power generation facility based in Birmingham. As the EC&I Technician, you will be responsible for: Carrying out planned & reactive maintenance on electrical process plant PLC & controls fault diagnosis on rotating plant including fans & pumps Supporting during major maintenance periods such as shutdowns, outages etc Responding to breakdowns to ensure continuous operations Maintaining accurate records using the site CMMS Problem solve & assist the electrical engineer with site improvements Working on a days basis to support operations across the site Other duties as required To be considered for this role you should have: A relevant engineering qualified (HNC/NVQ/Apprenticeship etc.) Proven experience in EfW or relevant sector (Biomass / CCGT / energy from waste / Water) Experience troubleshooting, fault finding and rectifying problems on DCS, SCADA and PLCs Electrical maintenance experience on motors, switchgear, VSDs, control panels, etc. Knowledge of all Health, Safety & Environmental legislation and safe systems of work, RAMS, permit to work, etc. This is a permanent position based in Birmingham; due to the location of the plant, you will need a full UK driving licence to access the site. The package on offer for this position includes: c£52,000 Pension 25 days holidays plus BH Training & Development To Apply: If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Matt George at MC Technical Recruitment with your CV or call on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.
Electrical Engineer - CALLING ALL ARMY/ REME/ ROYAL NAVY / RAF INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEERS Shift: Days and Nights Rotation 100+ days Annual Leave Per Annum £45,500 (Plenty of overtime paid at enhanced rates) Location: Leyland This is a fantastic opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join a rapidly growing industrial organisation, on a permanent basis. The role is suited to a candidate who is happy to work the above shift pattern and have a strong understanding of electrical engineering and instrumentation. This role offers training and progression opportunities! Key requirements include: The successful Electrical Engineer must have strong hands on electrical skills The successful Electrical Engineer can be from ANY Armed Forces Background (REME, RAF, NAVY, ARMY) or ANY Industrial background The successful Electrical Engineer must hold a minimum NVQ level 3 in Engineering Benefits for the E&I Shift Technician: Enhanced overtime rates Pension contribution up to 5% Personalised training and development plan Plenty of opportunities to progress within the business External training courses provided Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing to support mental health Free on site parking Childcare vouchers Job stability - The company are constantly expanding and have plans to employ another 90 members of staff within the next 18 months! This is an opportunity not to be missed! Please apply now for more information If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills then please click apply at the bottom of this advert or contact Adem Halil url removed As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Electrical Engineer - CALLING ALL ARMY/ REME/ ROYAL NAVY / RAF INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEERS Shift: Days and Nights Rotation 100+ days Annual Leave Per Annum £45,500 (Plenty of overtime paid at enhanced rates) Location: Leyland This is a fantastic opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join a rapidly growing industrial organisation, on a permanent basis. The role is suited to a candidate who is happy to work the above shift pattern and have a strong understanding of electrical engineering and instrumentation. This role offers training and progression opportunities! Key requirements include: The successful Electrical Engineer must have strong hands on electrical skills The successful Electrical Engineer can be from ANY Armed Forces Background (REME, RAF, NAVY, ARMY) or ANY Industrial background The successful Electrical Engineer must hold a minimum NVQ level 3 in Engineering Benefits for the E&I Shift Technician: Enhanced overtime rates Pension contribution up to 5% Personalised training and development plan Plenty of opportunities to progress within the business External training courses provided Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing to support mental health Free on site parking Childcare vouchers Job stability - The company are constantly expanding and have plans to employ another 90 members of staff within the next 18 months! This is an opportunity not to be missed! Please apply now for more information If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills then please click apply at the bottom of this advert or contact Adem Halil url removed As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.
