Electrical Engineer

The Polyclear Group, based in Millbrook, Southampton, is looking for a reliable and experienced Engineer to join our manufacturing team.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of production equipment through effective maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement - keeping downtime to a minimum and production running efficiently.

This is a hands on role that requires strong electrical skills, a proactive approach to problem solving, and a firm commitment to health, safety, and compliance standards within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair all production and ancillary equipment across the site.
• Develop, implement, and adhere to a planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule.
• Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns and call-outs.
• Carry out general site maintenance and small engineering projects as required.
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with BRCGS and company quality standards.
• Follow all health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Apply both mechanical and electrical expertise in daily engineering tasks.

Requirements

• Recognised Electrical Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Must hold a current 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (BS 7671).
• Proven experience within a manufacturing or industrial engineering environment.
• Strong fault-finding, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of PLC systems and control panels (advantageous but not essential).

Working Hours:

• 47.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• You can choose early shift: 6:00am – 4:00pm or late shift: 8:00am – 6:00pm

-Includes one unpaid 30-minute lunch break and two paid 15-minute tea breaks per shift

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £37,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person