Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer

3dgroup; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Wrexham is seeking a Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer to provide comprehensive electrical and mechanical support across multiple departments. The ideal candidate will have an apprenticeship background, experience in facility maintenance, and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include managing contractors for projects and supporting production schedules. Join the team to enhance operations and safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained engineer with knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• 18th Edition IEE Regulations qualification is desirable.
• Experience in small building projects such as plumbing is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and mechanical support across departments.
• Carry out electrical installation and mechanical maintenance work.
• Manage and source contractors for multiple facility projects.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Apprentice Trained Engineer

18th Edition IEE Regulations qualification

Job description

Overview

£37,500

Wrexham, North Wales gap technical are seeking a Plant Facilities Maintenance Engineer for our client based in Wrexham. The site is one of the company\'s award-winning manufacturing facilities in Europe. Mon-Thurs: 8:00 - 17:15, Fri: 8:00 - 16:15.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and mechanical support across multiple departments to maintain smooth operation of facilities and production systems.
• Carry out electrical installation, mechanical maintenance and installation work in line with company Safe Systems of Work and Isolation Policy.
• Undertake general facility maintenance and improvement of services, including managing and sourcing contractors for multiple projects.
• Work to a planned schedule of maintenance activities while maintaining flexibility to support Production and Moulding operations as required.
• Apply basic PLC programming knowledge to make minor program adjustments as needed.
• Identify and deliver energy-saving improvements and sustainability initiatives.
• Support TPM schedules and respond to production system breakdowns, including maintenance of automation equipment.

Person Specification

• Apprentice Trained Engineer.
• 18th Edition IEE Regulations qualification (desirable).
• Experience or knowledge of small building projects, such as plumbing or boiler/heating systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to design, review, and implement improvements in facility operations.
• Well-organised with excellent attention to detail and confident in managing renovation and repair projects.
• Effective communicator who collaborates well across departments.
• Motivated to continually improve knowledge and drive personal development.
• Committed to working safely and taking ownership of tasks.

Apply

If you are interested in the above position, please contact Alex at gap technical or email your updated CV.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency.

gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing date 19/02/2026

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