Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (Shift)

Procter & Gamble; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Procter & Gamble are seeking motivated electricians to join the London West Thurrock site as E&I Technicians. You will maintain electrical equipment, troubleshoot circuits, install and repair as needed, and support operations with proactive maintenance.

The role requires shift work, including nights, and working within strict safety guidelines. The role offers a starting salary of £63,501 per annum including a £175 weekly shift premium, with potential progression to £65,184 in the same role.

Qualifications

• Maintenance of electrical equipment and troubleshooting circuit problems.
• Experience with PLC (Allen Bradley) control systems.
• SCADA instrumentation and 415V motor control experience.
• Fluent communication in English.
• Willingness to suggest improvements to improve reliability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical equipment and troubleshoot circuits.
• Assist with service calls during shifts.
• Read PLC logic and use diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot production issues.
• Adhere to safety rules and promote safe work practices.

Skills

Electrical maintenance experience

PLC control systems (Allen Bradley)

SCADA systems

Instrumentation & 415V motor control

English fluency

Education

ONC/C&G Part III or HNC/NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC hardware

SCADA software

Job description

Job Location

LONDON PLANT-W THURROCK

Job Description

Procter & Gamble (P&G) are a leading company in the manufacture of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods making some of the world’s best loved brands like Gillette, Fairy, and Oral-B. We are looking for motivated and high-calibre experienced electricians to join us at our London (West Thurrock) Site. We’re a build from within company, meaning we’re looking for those interested in building a career, not just a job with us.

As an E&I Technician, you will be responsible for: The maintenance of electrical equipment and troubleshooting circuit problems including to install, rebuild, commission or repair electrical equipment as needed. Whilst on shift you will be required to assist with all service calls. Working closely within the operating area you’re assigned to, providing insights into the work team to ensure that business goals are achieved. Proactively assisting operations technicians in troubleshooting and emergency repairs as well as to support and learn Mechanical Maintenance skills and tasks as necessary. Safety is a priority at P&G. You will be responsible for your personal safety as well as assisting where you can with the safety of other team members and contractors. This includes, ensuring all safety rules and safe work procedures are followed, reporting near misses, and maintaining housekeeping. Productivity and Reliability: you will need to safely troubleshoot issues by reading logic in PLCs and other control equipment, use diagnostic equipment and troubleshoot issues related to production machine coordinated drives. You will also need to maintain the SAP Plan Maintenance System, including following all computer based and paper processes for work order completion and documentation. This role is shift based, meaning you will be required to work a 12-hour shift pattern, with a mixture of both days and nights.

What we offer you

• Competitive Salary: The starting salary for this role is £63,501 per annum (incl. £175 weekly shift premium), with opportunity to grow to £65,184 (incl. £175 weekly shift premium) in the same role. Every P&G employee’s salary is reviewed annually and therefore there is ample opportunity for future salary increases.
• Generous Pension: The Company will contribute double the amount you contribute towards your pension savings, up to a maximum company contribution of 14% of your pensionable pay.
• Annual Leave: You will start with 25 days' annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service up to 30 days.
• 1-4-1 Shares: For every share that you purchase, the Company will purchase a share on your behalf. You can contribute up to 2.5% of your salary into the 1-4-1 Share Plan, up to a maximum of £150 a month.
• Private Medical Insurance: Our Private Medical Insurance Plan, currently delivered by AXA Health, provides eligible employees with access to private medical treatment, if they wish. Eligible employees can request for their partner and / or eligible dependent children to be included on their cover.
• Great Working Environment: P&G has had operations in West Thurrock since the 1940s and the site is of great importance for the company. On-site we offer a friendly work environment with lots of great local benefits such as a free onsite gym, discounted restaurant, free parking, Occupational Health support, local events and more!

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Job Qualifications

• Are qualified to a minimum of ONC/C&G Part III or HNC/NVQ Level 3 in an Electrical Engineering time-served apprenticeship.
• Have proven electrical experience in either process or a production environment in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods or similar industry.
• Have electrical experience in the following manufacturing processes including, but not limited to PLC (Allen Bradley preferably) control systems, SCADA systems, instrumentation and 415v motor control circuits.
• Have high level of accountability coupled with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others.
• Are willing to suggest and implement changes that will improve systems, work processes and equipment reliability.
• Fluent ability to communicate in English.

Right to Work

For this role, P&G are willing to provide sponsorship to those who require a visa to live and work in the UK, subject to meeting all the necessary Home Office requirements. Full details on visa restrictions can be found on the Home Office website and immigration rules are subject to change. P&G is legally required to ensure all candidates have the right to work in the UK from Day 1 of their employment. All applicants will therefore be asked to provide evidence of their right to work at the conclusion of the recruitment process as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity

At P&G #weseeequal We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process.

Please make sure to wait to hear back from us regarding your accommodation before proceeding with the online assessment, we thank you in advance for your patience.

Job Details

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P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.