Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Kersia UK; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kersia UK is seeking a dedicated Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team in Rochdale. This role is crucial in maintaining our biosecurity systems to ensure food safety. Responsibilities include planned maintenance, troubleshooting of electrical equipment, and adhering to health and safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical qualifications and experience, particularly in a manufacturing environment. Training opportunities will also be provided to foster professional development.

Qualifications

• Full electrical qualifications and experience required.
• Experience in a manufacturing or chemical process environment preferred.
• Must know wiring standards and read drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works.
• Fault find and troubleshoot electrical equipment.
• Become the electrical duty holder on site.

Skills

Fully qualified, time served electrician

Experience in manufacturing or chemical process

Fault finding on 3 phase & single-phase control circuits

Knowledge of wiring standards

Good level of IT skills

Education

Qualified to the 18th Edition of BS7671

City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Test

Job description

Kersia is a global leader in biosecurity and food safety, committed to delivering innovative hygiene solutions that protect people and animals throughout the food chain. In the UK, Kersia incorporates Holchem Laboratories Ltd, Kilco International Limited, and Quat Chem Ltd, forming Kersia UK.

• Holchem Laboratories is a specialist manufacturer of detergents and disinfectants, supplying the food and beverage industry with high-quality hygiene products and technical support.
• Kilco International and Quat Chem provide advanced hygiene and biosecurity solutions to the farming sector, helping safeguard animal health and farming operations.

Through consistent growth and investment, Kersia UK has become a trusted partner to both blue‑chip and independent companies, offering tailored solutions and expert technical services across multiple industries. Joining our team means contributing to a business that plays a vital role in food safety and biosecurity worldwide.

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team at Quat‑Chem Limited in Rochdale. This vital role contributes to maintaining and improving our biosecurity equipment and systems, supporting our mission to ensure food safety across the globe.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to company health & safety regulations and follow all procedures including, and not limited to, LOTO, SSOW, Permitting and awareness of workplace hazards and reporting.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works across electrical and building services.
• Fault finding and troubleshooting on single and 3 phase electrical equipment.
• Ability to test, inspect and log all electrical activity undertaken on site.
• Become the electrical duty holder for the site (training provided).
• Data (Cat5e/Cat6) and CCTV cabling and usage.
• Fire alarm working knowledge with weekly testing.
• Responsible for the installation and relocations of plant and machinery.
• Assisting engineers in their general maintenance duties as and when required.
• Dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Skills & Experience Required

• Fully qualified, time served electrician. Qualified to the 18th Edition of BS7671 and City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Test.
• Previous experience within manufacturing or chemical process environment is preferred.
• DSEAR, IPAF and CompEx qualifications are desirable but not essential.
• Experience with fault finding on 3 phase & single-phase control circuits.
• Knowledge of motors and control gear.
• Must have knowledge of wiring standards and the ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Basic PLC knowledge is desirable but not essential.
• Good level of IT skills and the ability to input data and reports onto the CMMS system.
• IPAF and PASMA Training will be provided.
• Willingness to attend training as part of ongoing professional development.
• Ability to work in a close team environment.