Electrical Maintenance Engineer- Days

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Bathford; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading paper mill in Bath is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer. This role involves conducting maintenance on electrical and process control equipment, diagnosing issues, and collaborating with the engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a relevant BTEC qualification, strong fault-finding skills, and experience with Rockwell PLCs. Benefits include extensive holiday, a pension scheme, and medical insurance, with a salary of £42,000 plus call-out allowance for on-call duties.

Benefits

34 days holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Private medical insurance

Fully funded training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLC and SCADA.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills for process control field equipment.
• Experience in process or manufacturing within a continuous production environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned preventive, remedial, and reactive maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Apply effective fault-finding techniques to resolve issues quickly.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to improve productivity and efficiency.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations

Education

BTEC ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering or Electronics

Electrical/Instrumentation apprenticeship

Tools

Rockwell FactoryTalk

Allen Bradley PLCs

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Overview

Electrical Maintenance Engineer — Bath — Day Shift. A leading paper mill specialising in the production of banknotes and security paper. The site in Bath has a rich history and is known for its high-quality manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned preventive, remedial, and reactive maintenance on electrical, instrumentation, and process control equipment.
• Apply effective fault-finding and investigation techniques to quickly resolve issues, ensuring optimal machine utilization and minimal production downtime.
• Perform hardware and software updates, diagnostics, and maintenance of the Rockwell FactoryTalk platform, including Allen Bradley PLCs and Rockwell SCADA.
• Implement upgrades and modifications to electrical and process control systems to enhance performance and functionality.
• Diagnose plant-related process and engineering conditions and work with shift personnel to resolve complex engineering challenges.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to improve productivity and efficiency while recommending capital expenditures for long-term growth.
• Assist the Project Team in the installation and commissioning of new equipment and CAPEX projects.
• Maintain accurate work history in the CMMS system and identify necessary follow-up actions.
• Uphold high standards of housekeeping, risk assessments, cleanliness, and 5S practices in the department.
• Participate fully in the Performance Development Review (PDR) process and maintain records of all training and development activities.
• Supervise and direct contractors for both maintenance and project-related tasks.
• Serve as a member of the engineering on-call team, providing support for shift engineers and the Bathford Mill outside of standard working hours.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• BTEC ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering or Electronics (or equivalent qualification).
• Electrical/Instrumentation apprenticeship or equivalent, including a recognized electrical qualification (C&G/NVQ standard).
• Proven experience with Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLC and SCADA, including PLC modifications.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills for process control field equipment.
• Knowledge of relevant engineering regulations, such as BS7671:2018.
• Experience in process or manufacturing within a continuous production environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with AC and DC variable speed drives.
• Willingness to undergo further training to meet business needs.
• Good understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (additional IT skills are an advantage).

Company Benefits

• 34 days holiday (26 days + 8 bank holidays).
• Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 9% of salary.
• Life assurance (4x basic salary).
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, financial, and legal support.
• Private medical insurance & Digital GP services through Aviva.
• Fully funded training and development relevant to the role.
• £500 Refer-a-Friend scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Long service awards & recognition platform.
• Free onsite parking.
• Company events.
• Give-As-You-Earn scheme.
• Eye care benefits for Display Screen Equipment users.
• Discounts on phones through EE.
• Costco membership.
• Sick pay scheme.

Salary & Shift Pattern

Salary: £42,000 + £4,000 call-out allowance (£46,000 total).

Shift Pattern: Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 16:00 and Friday 08:00 - 15:00.

On-call duty will begin after 3-6 months of training. Callout will be every 4-6 weeks.

Call-out schedule: 24/7 (Monday - Friday), with a 1.5x pay rate for call-outs.