Electrical Maintenance Technician

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in the North East of England offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician. In this hands-on role, you'll be integral to maintaining and improving production assets while contributing to a team focused on safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Structured shift pattern (6 on / 4 off)

Development and training support

Stable, growth-focused employer

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance environment is essential.
• Able to work independently and within a team.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems required.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Drive improvements in equipment reliability and performance.
• Conduct risk assessments to ensure safety.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

HNC or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Technician
Location: Stockton-on-Tees, UK
Contract Type: Permanent

Overview:
An exciting opportunity has opened with a growing industrial company in the North East for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician. This is a hands-on role where you'll play a vital part in maintaining and improving key production assets. You’ll join a collaborative team focused on efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement, within a site committed to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled maintenance inspections and carry out reactive repairs

• Deliver corrective work efficiently to reduce production downtime

• Drive improvements in equipment reliability and overall plant performance

• Conduct dynamic risk assessments to ensure safe working practices

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and manage spare parts availability

• Provide technical guidance on faults and equipment breakdowns

• Support installation and refurbishment projects as needed

• Ensure CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) is kept up to date

• Contribute to root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives

• Report regularly on maintenance KPIs and planned activities

Candidate Profile:

• NVQ Level 3 Apprenticeship in Engineering (or equivalent)

• HNC, City & Guilds, or other relevant electrical qualifications

• Proficient in using CMMS software

• Solid understanding of electrical systems within a maintenance environment

• Able to work independently as well as part of a team

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

What’s on Offer:

• Permanent, full-time position

• Structured shift pattern (6 on / 4 off – 8-hour shifts)

• Opportunity to join a stable, growth-focused employer with strong team culture

• Support for development and training