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Multi-Skilled Engineer - Northampton

AnderseliteNorthampton, Northamptonshire🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 28 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This contract role offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to apply your dual electrical and mechanical expertise in a key maintenance position. You'll thrive if you enjoy hands-on problem-solving and contributing to the efficient operation of site equipment, so consider applying to gain valuable experience.

Quick Overview

Salary
£26/hr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
On Site
Location
Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Posted
3 days ago

Job Description

Multi-skilled Engineer Location: Northampton Contract Type: 3-month contract Rate: £26 per hour (Umbrella, no CIS) or £20 per hour PAYE + holiday pay The hours are Mon - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Summary My client is seeking a competent and versatile Multi-skilled Mechanical or Electrical Engineer to join their maintenance team on contract in the Northampton area. The role involves providing both electrical and mechanical expertise to support the maintenance department, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of site equipment.

Key responsibilities include identifying and managing risks associated with equipment, updating technical drawings, and improving maintenance programmes. The engineer will work on three-phase electrical systems up to 440V, handling motors, gearboxes, valves, and other mechanical components.

Accurate task management using mobile devices linked to the CAFM maintenance system is essential. The role also requires liaising with onsite services to resolve building services issues and deputising for the Shift Leader when required.

Strict adherence to risk assessments and health and safety procedures is mandatory to ensure safe and compliant task completion. The hours are Mon - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Skills Electrical and mechanical maintenance expertise Experience working with three-phase systems up to 440V Ability to identify and manage equipment risks Proficient in updating technical drawings and documentation Competent in writing and following risk assessments Experience with motors, gearboxes, valves, and related equipment Skilled in using mobile devices and CAFM maintenance systems Strong communication and liaison skills with onsite teams Ability to deputise effectively for the Shift Leader Commitment to health and safety compliance Software/Tools Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems Mobile task management devices Certifications & Standards should hold a recognised electrical or mechanical qualification Health and Safety training and risk assessment competence Authorised Person or Competent Person certification (advantageous) If you deem yourself suitable for this position, please apply Immediately

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