Electrical Engineering Technician

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing business is seeking a Senior Account Manager with strong electrical engineering skills. The role involves managing maintenance systems, ensuring safety, and leading improvement strategies. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and excellent problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private healthcare option

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free coffee/tea

Qualifications

• Compex qualifications or willingness to train if possible.

Responsibilities

• Manage Planned Preventative Maintenance system.
• Perform electrical installation and fault diagnosis.
• Ensure Engineering Department is cost-effective.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Approved Practical Electrical Qualification AM2

EAL Level 3 (Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations)

EAL Level 3 (Inspection, Testing, and Certification of Electrical Installations)

Job description

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Senior Account Manager at Hawk 3 Talent Solutions

Are you an experienced Engineering Technician - Electrical, looking for a new opportunity? Would you like to work for a successful, global manufacturing business?

The Role

The Engineering Technician will need to be an experienced qualified electrician (ideally Compex qualified). Be adaptable and prepared to work within other engineering/maintenance disciplines as required to maintain the site’s infrastructure. Lead efforts to improve overall maintenance program effectiveness through continuously improving preventive maintenance strategies. Prepare/Plan for third-party support for reactive and corrective works, ensuring relevant management approval is submitted for all critical works.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage the Planned Preventative Maintenance system ensuring all maintenance activities are undertaken on time, within quality standards, budget, and documentation control.
2. Attend and participate in daily team meetings.
3. Perform electrical installation, testing, and fault diagnosis on plant and machinery within hazardous areas.
4. Manage subcontractors. Check, issue, and monitor all scheduled PPM tasks and remedial actions, both in-house and subcontracted.
5. Procure third-party suppliers.
6. Ensure the Engineering Department is cost-effective.
7. Maintain manufacturing equipment and utilities to ensure safe and continuous operation.
8. Conduct routine in-house testing, including fire alarm, sprinkler systems, and emergency lighting.
9. Be responsible for the selection of hazardous area equipment.
10. Review and prioritize work requests, determining activities required for completion.
11. Provide out-of-hours support.
12. Implement the company’s policies and goals.
13. Follow health and safety guidelines and best practices.
14. Adhere to environmental guidelines.
15. Report performance and planned improvement strategies to the Technical Senior Manager.

Required Skills

• Strong organizational skills with a structured and systematic approach.
• Ability to work on own initiative, prioritize workload effectively, and act decisively.
• Good problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent understanding and implementation of recognized good engineering practices.
• Computer literate, proficient in Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of dealing with all levels of staff, management, and contractors.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to multiple activities.
• Report current performance and planned improvement strategies as required.

Experience & Education

• Approved Practical Electrical Qualification AM2
• EAL Level 3 (Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations)
• EAL Level 3 (Inspection, Testing, and Certification of Electrical Installations)
• Compex qualifications or willingness to train if possible.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary between £35,000 and £40,000, depending on skills and experience.
• Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (FTE), pension scheme, private healthcare option, cycle-to-work scheme, and free coffee/tea.

Closing Date: 10th June 2025

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