Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Sun Chemical Corporation; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to maintain and manage the electrical systems at their facility. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety and efficiency of operations while complying with the highest standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Electrical qualification and experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance tasks, monitoring equipment condition, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in equipment maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to perform safe, accurate, and timely reactive maintenance tasks.
• Capacity to monitor equipment condition and report issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all site electrical equipment and systems for optimum performance.
• Complete planned maintenance tasks accurately and on time.
• Prepare and issue high-risk permits and deliver safety inductions for contractors.

Skills

Electrical qualification Level 3 (e.g., City & Guilds)

Microsoft Office proficiency

SAP system usage

Reading engineering drawings

ATEX regulations knowledge (COMPEX)

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Maintenance

ONC or equivalent technical certificate

Job description

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to take ownership of maintaining our electrical equipment and systems at our Yate site, ensuring they operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. As a key member of the maintenance team, you will manage the CMMS schedule, complete planned and reactive maintenance tasks, and provide technical expertise to keep our operations running smoothly.

This role plays a vital part in supporting manufacturing performance, contractor control, and continuous improvement across the site. The hours of work are 8am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Technical Expertise

• Maintain all site electrical equipment and systems to ensure optimum performance.
• Complete planned and reactive maintenance tasks safely, accurately and on time.
• Monitor equipment condition, reporting abnormalities, inefficiencies, or risks.
• Identify, source, and request parts for approval and procurement.

SAP & Record Management

• Issue and update work orders and PPM tasks within SAP.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented accurately, including parts used, time spent, and outstanding issues.
• Prepare and issue high‑risk permits (e.g., Permit to Work).
• Deliver site inductions for all contractors and monitor compliance with site safety standards.
• Ensure adherence to SunCare procedures, including lock‑off processes.

Safety & Compliance

• Uphold the highest safety standards for yourself and others.
• Follow all relevant procedures and promote procedural compliance across the site.
• Use only trained and approved tools and equipment, always ensuring correct guarding.

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 3 Electrical qualification (e.g., City & Guilds) or strong relevant technical experience.
• Recognised apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Maintenance (NVQ, BTEC, etc.).
• Experience in equipment maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Competent using Microsoft Office and SAP systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• ONC or equivalent technical certificate.
• IEE 18th Edition (Electrical).
• COMPEX (for ATEX‑regulated sites).

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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