Control Electrical Technician Winnington

TN United Kingdom; Northwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced electrical, control & instrumentation maintenance technician to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing essential engineering support within a manufacturing plant, focusing on both reactive and preventative maintenance to ensure optimal equipment availability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to safety and a proactive attitude, ready to tackle challenges in a dynamic environment. With a generous benefits package and opportunities for further training, this position offers a chance to grow and develop dual skills in a reputable company.

Benefits

37 days holiday per year

Training opportunities

Rollover of up to 5 days

Holiday purchase schemes

Additional paid day off for volunteering

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Time served with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in control or electrical discipline.
• Experience in a chemical or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance, overhaul, and repair of electrical and packaging equipment.
• Diagnosing failures and suggesting improvements for reliability.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Instrumentation

Preventative Maintenance

Reactive Maintenance

Safety Awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Discipline

BS7671 (18th edition)

Job description

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

The position is Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Responsibilities:

1. Installation, maintenance, overhaul, and repair of instrumentation, electrical, and packaging equipment, either individually or as part of a team, aiming to minimize downtime and maximize production.
2. Diagnosing failures, identifying root causes, and suggesting and implementing improvements to eliminate recurrences and enhance reliability.
3. Working safely and encouraging safety awareness in line with company and statutory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a ‘can do’ attitude, a strong commitment to safety, and understand that equipment availability is critical in a 24x7 manufacturing environment.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Time served with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in control or electrical discipline, with experience in a chemical or industrial environment.
• Experience with complex packing equipment, preferably in a GMP environment.
• Trained to BS7671 (18th edition) and EAWR 1989 standards, with knowledge of a wide range of industrial control and electrical systems.
• Full UK driving license is required.

Further training may be available for the right candidate to develop dual skills.

Perks and Benefits:

We offer a generous benefits package, including:

• Salary between £40,781 and £45,980, depending on skills and qualifications.
• Training opportunities to progress to higher pay and develop dual skills.
• 37 days holiday per year, including Bank Holidays.
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Rollover of up to 5 days and holiday purchase schemes.
• Additional paid day off annually for volunteering.
• Contributory pension scheme up to 9% company contribution.
• Life insurance.

Our company, Tata Chemicals Europe, is a leading UK manufacturer of sodium carbonate, salt, sodium bicarbonate, and other products, with a rich history dating back to 1874, now part of the Tata Group.