Location: Billingham Employment Type: Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Starts Available Shifts: 3‑Shift
Rotation (Earlies, Backs & Nights)
Earlies: 06:00 - 14:00
Backs: 14:00 - 22:00
Nights: 21:45 - 06:00About the Role
We are currently recruiting experienced Electrical Fitters to join a leading heavy industrial manufacturing site in Billingham. These are permanent roles with immediate starts, offering long‑term stability and the opportunity to work within a highly skilled maintenance team.
You will be responsible for electrical maintenance, installation, fault‑finding and ensuring plant equipment operates safely and efficiently across a demanding production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out electrical maintenance, repairs and installations across heavy industrial plant and equipment
Respond to electrical breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime
Perform planned, preventive and reactive maintenance tasks
Diagnose faults on motors, control panels, sensors, drives and industrial electrical systems
Work safely at all times, following site procedures and completing risk assessments
Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
Liaise with maintenance supervisors, engineers and production teams
Ensure compliance with electrical standards, regulations and site requirements
Assist with contractor supervision when requiredEssential Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Recognised electrical apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
City & Guilds 2365 / 2330 / 2360 or equivalent electrical installation & maintenance qualifications
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering / Maintenance
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) - highly desirable
Experience working as an Electrical Fitter or Maintenance Electrician in a heavy industrial environment (steel, chemical, petrochemical, manufacturing, engineering, etc.)
Strong electrical fault‑finding skills on 3‑phase systems
Experience with motors, drives, sensors, relays and industrial control panels
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
Good communication and organisational skills
Able to work independently or as part of a maintenance teamWhat's on Offer
Permanent employment with immediate starts
Competitive pay structure
3‑shift rotation (earlies, backs and nights)
Long‑term stability within a well‑established heavy industrial site
Opportunity to develop skills within a multi‑disciplinary maintenance team
OvertimeCost Code - S96
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Salary description
£20.93 - £23.45 per hour