Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Bekaert; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in Doncaster is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Coordinator to oversee daily electrical maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will lead a team, manage projects to improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess an HNC/HND in Engineering and experience with industrial control systems. The role offers a collaborative environment focused on innovation and personal growth.

Qualifications

• A minimum of HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline required.
• Experience working with industrial control systems essential.
• Knowledge of PLC, HMI’s, and industrial communication networks necessary.

Responsibilities

• Control and coordinate day-to-day electrical maintenance activities.
• Support attainment of site manufacturing/cost KPI targets.
• Undertake maintenance improvement activities to enhance equipment uptime.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Project delivery

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent

Knowledge of AutoCAD 2D

Tools

Agility maintenance reporting system

Industrial control systems

Job description

As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 24 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 5.3 billion in combined revenue in 2023, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

To control and co-ordinate the day-to-day electrically biased activities within the Maintenance and Engineering Department. With the goal to deliver a cost effective, efficient Maintenance service - Attend Production/ Maintenance planning meetings, give a daily instruction and guidance to Maintenance Ops, plan for shutdowns and plant outages.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Support attainment of Site manufacturing/cost KPI targets through the delivery of effective Electrical Maintenance.
• Attend Production/Planning meetings to report and co-ordinate Maintenance activities.
• Use the Agility maintenance reporting system to plan and record maintenance activities.
• Management of electrical biased compliance activities. Liaising with peers in the department (Reliability Engineer & Mechanical Maintenance Engineer) to ensure compliance with statutory/Company regulatory requirements. Example activities would include:
• - Fixed wiring Test & Inspection
• - CCTV
• - Air Con Maintenance
• - Motor/Pump PPM servicing
• - Vibration analysis
• - Thermocouple maintenance
• Undertake Maintenance improvement activities to improve equipment uptime and reduce quality defects.
• Support Capital Improvement/Compliance projects by providing electrically biased expertise/knowledge to assist in their delivery.
• Work in conjunction with peers in the Maintenance & Engineering Department to lead annual Shutdown activities and breakdown reinstatement.
• Give instruction and support to direct reports, offer coaching to lesser experienced staff and assist with training and development.
• Provide instruction and supervision to safely manage Site works working within Legal/Company frameworks and policy; Permit to Work, Approved Contractors, LOTOTO etc.

Skills

• Ability to provide leadership with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communicator – verbally and written.
• Work within time and financial constraints to successfully deliver Projects
• Lead a team giving direction and to collaborate across different departments within the organisation
• Planning and organising works often within breakdown and short lead-time scenarios

Previous Experience

• Experience of working with industrial control systems is essential, preferably time-served with an industrial background is desired, with knowledge of the following;
• - AC & DC motors and Variable Speed Drive technology
• - Knowledge and understanding PLC, HMI’s & industrial communication networks
• - General Control Panel components and operation
• - Ability to read electrical schematics
• - Understand 3 Phase electrical systems and controls
• - Knowledge of instrumentation & thermocouples

Qualifications and Education

• Educated to at least HNC/HND level and ideally degree level in an Engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of operating design software packages e.g. AutoCAD 2D
• Experience working within SHE Frameworks
• Proficient with MS software

Be bold and take the leap!

We\'re looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!

At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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