Electrical Maintenance Engineer

 Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Electrical)

Location: Durham, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Benefits:

• Career development in a globally recognised manufacturing organisation
• Ongoing technical training and upskilling opportunities
• Participation in plant improvement projects and continuous improvement culture
• Involvement in a supportive and safety-focused team
• Access to company pension and wellness initiatives

The Company:

Join a highly respected global manufacturing company known for innovation and quality. This organisation operates at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing and places a strong emphasis on employee development and environmental responsibility. With a collaborative culture and a focus on continuous improvement, it’s an excellent environment for engineers looking to make a tangible impact.

Working Hours:
Full-time, Monday to Friday (On-call rota included)

Job Description:

As a Maintenance Technician (Electrical), you’ll be responsible for supporting plant operations by performing preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on a wide range of industrial equipment. This hands-on role plays a vital part in ensuring safe, efficient, and uninterrupted manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance in line with the PPM schedule
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults on production equipment
• Work with the CMMS system to log maintenance tasks and improve plant OEE
• Support out-of-hours maintenance via an on-call rotation
• Participate in engineering projects and plant improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001, ISO13485, and ISO14001 standards
• Maintain and assess critical spares inventory
• Collaborate with external engineering services when needed
• Raise purchase requisitions using SAP
• Adhere to health and safety practices, including permit to work systems

Skills & Experience:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a plant electrician in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of PLC control systems, VSDs, conveyor systems, and thermal equipment
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (City & Guilds 2382)
• Familiar with GMP requirements and ISO standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical and electrical drawings
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CMMS platforms
• Comfortable working in an on-call system

Why Should You Apply?

• Be part of a forward-thinking, global manufacturing business
• Develop your skills in a diverse and technically challenging environment
• Work on impactful improvement projects with long-term value
• Enjoy a stable role with a strong focus on health, safety, and employee wellbeing
• Excellent opportunity for career progression and personal development

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