Electrical Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel manufacturer in Hartlepool is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their engineering team. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems, performing maintenance, and collaborating with teams to enhance process control. Candidates should have a strong electrical background and relevant qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including salary progression and a quarterly bonus.

Benefits

35 days' annual leave

Annual pay review

Quarterly bonus scheme

Defined contribution pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Discounts with major retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or recognized qualification.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance to minimize plant downtime.
• Provide technical expertise to diagnose and rectify electrical faults.

Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship

NVQ or Equivalent

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen Bradley PLCs

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: Hartlepool (TS25)

Salary: £42,238 basic (inclusive of shift allowance), rising to £46,395 upon demonstration of site-specific competencies + quarterly bonus

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and skilled Electrical Craft Team Member to join a leading steel manufacturer at their Hartlepool site. This role offers a challenging and rewarding environment where expertise in electrical maintenance directly contributes to the reliability and performance of critical industrial processes.

The Role

Working as part of a multi-disciplined engineering team within the 20” Pipe Mill, the Electrical Craft Team Member will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems across the site. Reporting to the Shift Engineer, key responsibilities include:

1. Performing preventative and reactive maintenance to minimise plant downtime
2. Adhering to Health, Safety & Environmental standards and ensuring compliance with safe working procedures
3. Providing technical expertise to diagnose and rectify electrical faults efficiently
4. Collaborating with engineering teams to improve process control systems
5. Delivering high-quality workmanship, ensuring robust and long-lasting repairs

This role operates on a rotating shift pattern, consisting of 12-hour day and night shifts (2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off).

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with a strong background in electrical maintenance.

Essential requirements include:

• Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or a recognised electrical maintenance qualification (NVQ or equivalent)
• Previous experience in heavy engineering or manufacturing environments
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team setting

Additional experience in the following areas would be advantageous:

• Industrial and domestic wiring
• Overhead cranes and associated safety systems
• Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs, including HMIs
• AC and DC motor/gearbox drive systems
• Variable speed motor control with inverters and converters
• Interpretation of electrical drawings
• Awareness of safety-related control systems

The Benefits

In return, the successful candidate will enjoy a competitive benefits package, including:

• Salary progression upon demonstrating site-specific competencies
• 35 days' annual leave
• Annual pay review
• Quarterly bonus scheme, subject to business performance
• Defined contribution pension scheme (10% employer / 6% employee contribution)
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounts with major retailers, including Vodafone and Jaguar Land Rover