Contract Maintenance Engineer in Bristol, Gloucestershire

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

How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV via the Apply Now option. For further information or to discuss other opportunities, feel free to reach out.
Gap Technical is operating as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates
Closing date 20/11/2026