Electrical Maintenance Technician

Mr Price Apparel; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Technician, where your skills will be valued in a supportive and collaborative environment. This role involves maintaining machinery, troubleshooting electrical issues, and implementing proactive maintenance plans to ensure smooth operations. You will work across different sites, offering variety and opportunities for personal growth. With a focus on continuous improvement and safety, this innovative firm is committed to fostering a culture where every team member can thrive. If you're ready to make a change and contribute to an exciting journey, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Electrical Technician.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement proactive electrical maintenance plans.
• Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Electrical Engineering Qualification

Tools

Diagnostic Testing Equipment

Job description

Are you a skilledElectrical Technicianlooking to join a forward-thinking, innovative company with a fantastic team culture? If so, this is the role for you! We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented individual to become a key member of our engineering team. Here, you'll play an important role in maintaining our machinery, troubleshooting electrical issues, and ensuring everything runs like clockwork!

Why Work With Us?
At our company, we take pride in fostering asupportive, collaborative environmentwhere every team member is valued. We’re not just about work – we’re about making work an enjoyable, rewarding experience! Our culture is built ontrust, respect, and continuous improvement, and we’re looking for someone who thrives in a culture of innovation and teamwork. Plus, with opportunities to influence change and implement lean techniques, you’ll be a part of our exciting journey as we grow and evolve.

Role Summary:

As ourElectrical Technician, you’ll be responsible for:

•Developing and implementing proactive electrical maintenance plans to keep our machinery running smoothly and prevent costly breakdowns.

•Troubleshooting electrical malfunctions and performing repairs to keep our equipment in top-notch condition.

•Running diagnostic tests and using root cause analysis to eliminate faults.

•Maintaining accurate service and repair records to ensure continuity.

•Ensuring a tidy, safe work environment while complying with Health & Safety and Environmental regulations.

•Installing new equipment and upgrading existing machinery to meet our production needs.

•Training your fellow team members on best practices and safety when using electrical equipment.

•Managing parts availability and ensuring supplies are always topped up.

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

•Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Electrical Technician (preferably in a COMAH-related industry, ideally from a chemical manufacturing or food production company)

•Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities

•Comfortable working independently and liaising with all departments within the company

•Professional demeanor with excellent communication and collaboration skills

•Focused on continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on safety

•Willingness to perform electrical maintenance and repairs outside of standard working hours

•Experience working with various voltages (AC and DC)

•Ability to read electrical diagrams and drawings

•Full driving license

Where You’ll Work:

This role will see you working between our sites, offering variety and the chance to work across different environments.

Ready to Make a Change?

If you're looking for a new opportunity with a company that values your skills, offers continuous development, and encourages a great work-life balance,we’d love to hear from you!Join us in shaping the future and making a real difference.