Electrical Engineer (Facilities Engineer)
Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: £31,000 - £39,000 (depending on experience and level of qualification)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:30
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We’re proud to be representing our client, a world leader in injection moulding and plastic moulded components, is seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Engineer with a strong background in electrical maintenance.

This is a key role within the on-site engineering team, supporting the reliability and efficiency of all electrical systems across the facility. The successful candidate will ensure all electrical work is compliant, safe, and aligned with business needs, while also contributing to improvement projects and general facilities support.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults across both facility infrastructure and manufacturing equipment
• Carry out routine and planned electrical maintenance to prevent breakdowns and optimise uptime
• Install, modify, and commission electrical systems and components in line with current standards and internal requirements
• Conduct regular testing, inspections, and maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with H&S and legal regulations
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and electrical testing in line with audit requirements
• Support internal engineering and improvement projects, particularly those involving electrical system upgrades or energy efficiency
• Liaise with and supervise third-party contractors carrying out electrical or facilities-related work
• Ensure critical spares and components are held in stock to enable timely maintenance and repairs
• Provide fault-finding support and technical expertise to production and engineering teams as required
• Engage in relevant training, including updates to wiring regulations (e.g., 18th Edition), and remain current with best practices

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Recognised electrical qualification such as City & Guilds or BTEC in Electrical Engineering
• Proven experience in an electrical maintenance or facilities engineering role within a manufacturing, industrial, or commercial environment
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, fault diagnosis, and planned maintenance routines
• Good communicator with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Computer literate, particularly with MS Office applications
• Desirable qualifications:
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• IPAF licence
• ECS Card (Installation Electrician or equivalent)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to employee discount platform
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eyecare vouchers
• UK Sharesave scheme
• Employee assistance programme for health and wellbeing
• Free on-site parking

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an electrically biased Facilities Engineer who enjoys a varied workload, problem-solving, and contributing to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll be joining a company that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Proof will be required during the recruitment process.

Interested? Please apply via the link or send CVs direct to Chloe at MDE Group UK via chloe.moss@mde-group.com.