Control Electrical Technician Winnington

Tata Chemicals Europe; Northwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced electrical, control, and instrumentation maintenance technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves ensuring the reliability of equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of critical systems while adhering to safety standards. The company values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holidays and a contributory pension scheme. If you are dedicated to safety and excellence in engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

37 days holidays per year

Excellent contributory Pension scheme

Life insurance

Healthcare cash back scheme

Paid volunteer day

Salary sacrifice holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within a chemical environment.
• Trained to BS7671 (18th edition) and EAWR 1989.

Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of electrical and packaging equipment.
• Diagnosing failures and implementing improvements.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Control Systems

Instrumentation

GMP Experience

Safety Awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Discipline

Tools

Complex Packing Equipment

Industrial Control Systems

Job description

Application Deadline: 23 May 2025

Department: Engineering

Location: Winnington Site - Northwich, Cheshire

Compensation: £40,781 - £45,980 / year

Description

The Control Electrical team at Winnington are seeking an experienced electrical, control & instrumentation maintenance technician to work as part of a small team to provide engineering support within our manufacturing plant which includes both reactive and preventative maintenance, repairs and overhauls.

The role is Monday to Friday (7.30am to 3.30pm)

What will I be doing?

· Installation, maintenance, overhaul and repair of instrumentation, electrical and packaging equipment as an individual or part of a team, in a way that minimises downtime and maximises production.

· Assisting in the diagnosis of failures, identify root causes, suggesting and implementing improvements designed to eliminate recurrences and improve reliability.

· Working to high personal standards of safety awareness encouraging others to work accordingly in line with company and statutory requirements

Our ideal candidate?

Is someone who has a ‘can do’ attitude and strong a commitment to working safely, who understands that equipment availability is a priority for a 24 x7 manufacturing process.

• You will be time served with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a control or electrical discipline and have worked within a chemical or industrial work environment.
• Have experience of complex packing equipment ideally in a GMP environment.
• Trained to BS7671 (18th edition) and EAWR 1989 and possess knowledge and experience of a wide range of industrial control and electrical equipment / systems.
• A full UK driving licence is a requirement to be considered for this position.

Further training may be made available for the right candidate, if they are not yet fully dual skilled.




What are the perks?

Our people have always been at the centre of the company’s success and in return for their hard work and commitment, we offer a generous benefits package including:

• Salary of between £40,781 and £ 45,980 depending on the extent to which the candidate is already fully dual skilled.
• Training to progress to the upper rate above and develop to fully dual skilled, where required.
• 37 days holidays per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Roll over of up to 5 days and salary sacrifice holiday purchase scheme
• An additional paid day off each year to volunteer for a good cause in the local community
• Excellent contributory Pension scheme up to 9% company contribution
• Life insurance
• Healthcare cash back scheme