Electrical Maintenance Technician

Electrical Maintenance Technician (Shift)

Location: North East England
Salary: Competitive basic salary with shift allowance, competency-based pay progression and performance-related bonus.

The Opportunity

A leading UK industrial manufacturer is looking to recruit an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join its engineering team on a continental shift pattern. This position supports the ongoing operation of a large-scale manufacturing facility, ensuring electrical systems and equipment remain safe, reliable and efficient.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventative and reactive electrical maintenance activities.
Diagnose and rectify electrical faults to minimise production downtime.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across plant and control systems.
Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in line with site procedures.
Maintain high standards of workmanship and deliver robust, long-term repairs.
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplined engineering team to support production operations.

Requirements

Completed electrical apprenticeship or recognised electrical maintenance qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability within an industrial environment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
Good communication skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.

Desirable Experience

Industrial electrical installation and maintenance.
PLC systems, including Siemens and Allen Bradley platforms.
HMI troubleshooting and support.
AC/DC motors, gearboxes and drive systems.
Variable speed drives, inverters and converters.
Overhead cranes and associated safety systems.
Safety-related control systems.

Working Pattern

Continental shift pattern consisting of 12-hour days and nights.
Rotating schedule of days, nights and rest periods.

Benefits

Competitive salary and structured pay progression.
Performance-related bonus scheme.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Annual salary review.
Enhanced pension scheme.
Employee assistance programme.
Employee discounts and additional lifestyle benefits.
Free onsite parking.Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy