Downstream Electrical Technician

TN United Kingdom; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Downstream Electrical Technician to join their maintenance team. The role involves responding to breakdowns, conducting planned maintenance, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Ideal candidates will have a recognized electrical engineering apprenticeship and experience in heavy manufacturing, with opportunities for career development and training.

Benefits

39 days holidays per year

Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)

Free life assurance

Income protection

Free parking

Career development and training

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Electrical experience in heavy manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of industrial systems: Hydraulic systems, pumps, drives, gearboxes.
• Self-motivated and capable of leading small teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist across-site as required to support business objectives.
• Provide operational and maintenance service for all plant and equipment.
• Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Recognized electrical engineering apprenticeship (preferably HNC or ONC level)

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  The Vacancy

  The Downstream Electrical Technician will be part of a multi-disciplined maintenance team responsible for responding to breakdowns and completing planned maintenance, working days and nights.

  Benefits of the Downstream Electrical Technician

  • 39 days holidays per year
  • Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
  • Free life assurance
  • Income protection
  • Free parking
  • Career development and training
  • Employee Assistance Programme

  The Role of the Downstream Electrical Technician

  • Assist across-site as required to support business objectives, gaining knowledge of all departments.
  • Provide operational and maintenance service for all plant and equipment, working independently, with contract resources, or with production teams.
  • Report to the Team Leader Engineering on maintenance and operational matters.
  • Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
  • Self-organize and prioritize work, managing tasks as directed.
  • Develop maintenance practices and procedures to improve plant performance.
  • Use CMMS to record work, manage spares, and update the team on issues.
  • Ensure compliance with legal requirements and keep relevant records.
  • Advise on spares usage and requirements.
  • Adhere to procedures and report any deviations; participate in creating Risk Assessments, Safe Work Procedures, and Job Task Descriptions.
  • Complete risk assessments for work points.
  • Provide continuous site coverage during sickness and holidays.
  • Maintain equipment to standard, liaising with the engineering department.
  • Reduce waste in operations.
  • Deputise for the Team Leader, supervise multi-skilled workforce, issue permits, and organize training.
  • Engage in plant improvement projects.

  Requirements of the Downstream Electrical Technician

  • Recognized electrical engineering apprenticeship (preferably HNC or ONC level).
  • Electrical experience in heavy manufacturing industry.
  • Knowledge of industrial systems: Hydraulic systems, pumps, drives, gearboxes, heavy machinery, heat treatment, material handling, dust extraction, PLCs, AC & DC circuits.
  • Self-motivated, capable of leading small teams.
  • Ability to work with cross-functional groups.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with methodical fault-finding ability.
  • Experience with permit systems or knowledge of their operation.
  • Customer-focused attitude with good prioritization skills.