Contract Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer - Contract

Salary: 30 - 35 per hour

Location: Bristol

4on4off Days/Nights

Gap Technical is proud to be partnering with a leading national automation business in their search for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join their Bristol Facility. This role is a fantastic opportunity to join a well‑established and reputable organisation.

Performance Objectives

As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Electrically Biased , you will play a vital role in ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime across all production equipment. Drawing on your technical experience and problem‑solving abilities, you will:

• Identify and rectify root causes of machinery faults, supporting both day‑to‑day maintenance and long‑term improvements.
• Undertake planned maintenance, breakdown response, and annual overhauls to ensure high equipment availability and reliability.
• Provide training and guidance to new and existing staff on machinery and operational processes.
• Maintain and calibrate critical machine settings to support improved efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with production teams to plan and execute proactive maintenance strategies.
• Offer support and cover across teams as needed to meet operational demands.
• Drive initiatives to improve engineering practices, reduce downtime, and optimise plant performance.

Qualifications and Experience

Handling and Automation environment (this would be highly desirable).

Multi Skilled Engineer Electrically Bias 70/30

Apprentice trained

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates

Closing date 20/10/2026

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