ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Escape Recruitment Services

Livingston

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Electrical Equipment Maintenance Technician in Livingston. The role is crucial for ensuring production equipment runs optimally through reactive and preventative maintenance. Candidates should have a completed apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering and practical experience in a production environment. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a chance to work in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

Practical experience in an automated manufacturing environment is required.
Ability to carry out hands-on planned and reactive maintenance is essential.
Experience with robotic equipment and motor controls is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment to ensure maximum uptime.
Log repair activities in the maintenance management system.
Support continuous improvement by sharing knowledge.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Fault-finding skills

Electrical schematics interpretation

Communication skills

Computer skills for reporting

Education

Completed apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering

HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Role

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Initial training and shift patterns

Initial training will be on day shift: Monday–Thursday 08:30–17:00; Friday 08:30–16:00. (Shift allowance will be paid during this period.)

After training, the role will rotate across shifts: Early shift Monday–Friday 06:00–14:05; Back shift Monday–Friday 14:00–22:05; Night shift Sunday–Thursday 22:00–06:05.

The Role

Escape Recruitment are seeking skilled Electrical Equipment Maintenance Technicians to join our clients team. This role is key in supporting production operations by ensuring equipment is kept in optimum working condition. You will carry out both reactive and preventative maintenance, minimising downtime and maintaining high standards of reliability. Regular communication with Supervisors, Engineers, and fellow Technicians will be an important part of the role, ensuring smooth handovers and accurate fault reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment to ensure maximum uptime.
Log repair activities and updates within the maintenance management system.
Report outcomes of work to Supervisors and Engineers, highlighting recurring issues.
Use spare parts efficiently and assist with ordering when needed.
Support continuous improvement by sharing knowledge and identifying opportunities for equipment enhancements.
Supervise and guide trainees to ensure high-quality standards are maintained.
Participate in shift handovers and provide input during breakdown situations.
Carry out checks to ensure machines and test equipment are functioning and calibrated correctly.
Take appropriate corrective action when equipment performance falls outside specification.
Follow work instructions, safety procedures, and company policies at all times.
Contribute to 5S workplace organisation and housekeeping standards.
Collaborate with Equipment Engineers on modification or upgrade projects.

What We’re Looking For

A completed and recognised apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering.
A qualification at HNC level (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.
Practical experience within an automated manufacturing or high-tech production environment (semiconductors or similar industries are desirable).
Proven ability to carry out hands-on planned and reactive maintenance across complex production systems.
Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
Confidence in interpreting and working from electrical schematics.
A motivated, resilient, and proactive attitude, remaining calm and solutions-focused under pressure.
Basic computer skills for reporting and record keeping.

Knowledge or experience that would be beneficial