Electrical Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Cherwell Valley Silos (based just outside King s Sutton, Banbury) are recruiting an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, with Mechanical knowledge (Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, 18th Edition BS761) to ensure that our busy Animal Feed Production facility runs safely and efficiently; and that equipment and machinery is maintained to a high a standard. This rewarding role will balance preventative maintenance with rapid emergency fault-finding across both electrical automation systems and mechanical machinery to prevent downtime., Work alongside our existing team of staff and contractors. Electrical & Automation Systems

• Fault Finding: Diagnose complex electrical faults using schematics, testing meters and diagnostic tools.
• PLC Systems: Troubleshoot issues with automated control systems, sensors, control panels and variable speed drives.
• Hardware Upkeep: Remove, replace and calibrate motors, electrical assemblies, switchgear and safety protection devices.

Mechanical Maintenance

• Equipment Repair: Maintain and repair a mix of machinery, including pellet mills, grinders, conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers and pneumatic systems.
• PPM Schedules: Execute Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to optimise machinery life and performance.
• Heavy Fitting: Conduct manual alignment, bearing replacements, fabrication, welding and lubrication of mechanical parts.
• Fabrication and Welding. Make, repair and adapt parts of the plant, as required.

Compliance & Operations

• Safety Protocols: Adhere strictly to Health & Safety (H&S) policies and all relevant regulations.
• Industry Standards: Maintain plant cleanliness and processes.

• Core Technical Level: BTEC Level 4, City & Guilds, or an equivalent National Diploma / NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Electrical Certification: Formal electrical compliance qualification, such as 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (or regional equivalent).
• Apprenticeship: Time-served engineering apprenticeship in a manufacturing or heavy industrial setting is highly preferred.
• Industry Background: Prior maintenance experience in animal feed mills, grain processing, food manufacturing or bulk-handling industries.
• Technical Breadth: Strong dual-skilled proficiency (roughly a 60/40 or 50/50 split in electrical competency and mechanical robustness).
• Mindset: Methodical problem-solver capable of working autonomously during high-pressure breakdown scenarios. We offer a competitive salary, based on qualifications and experience, and all the benefits of working for a local long-standing company. This exciting position has the opportunity for continued growth and advancement.

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