Electrical Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in steel plate manufacturing is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to ensure the seamless operation of plant equipment. The role involves conducting maintenance, diagnosing faults, and collaborating with a dynamic team while adhering to safety protocols. This position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and benefits including private healthcare and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare and medical cash plan

Life insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical fault finding in heavy engineering.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on plant equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults in machinery.
• Collaborate with team members and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Problem Solving

Electrical Fault Finding

Teamwork

Education

ONC/OND/HND/HNC/NVQ III in Maintenance or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AC/DC Motors

PLCs

HMIs

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: Gateshead, NE8

Salary: £44,116 (Including Shift Allowance) + Annual Bonus

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Continental (4-Shift) Rotation

Company Overview

An industry leader in steel plate manufacturing is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician with an electrical bias to join their dedicated team. As a key player in the steel sector, this company provides high-quality steel plates to various industries, including construction, wind energy, and heavy engineering. With a commitment to excellence and recent record-breaking achievements, this organization is focused on continuous growth and innovation.

The Role

The Maintenance Technician will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation of plant and equipment. This position is ideal for a motivated individual with strong electrical skills who is passionate about maintaining and improving industrial equipment. You will work in a dynamic team environment, adhering to strict Health & Safety protocols while contributing to ongoing efficiency improvements.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on plant equipment, including reactive (breakdowns) and proactive (PPM) tasks.
2. Diagnose and resolve electrical faults in heavy engineering machinery.
3. Support the installation and commissioning of new and upgraded equipment.
4. Follow all safety protocols, including lock-off procedures and site-specific safety measures.
5. Collaborate effectively with team members, lead technicians, and contractors.
6. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and communicate any outstanding work at shift handover.
7. Develop skills through training and support the growth of fellow technicians.

Requirements

• Minimum ONC/OND/HND/HNC/NVQ III in Maintenance or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in electrical fault finding and maintenance within a heavy engineering environment.
• Expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting AC/DC motors, single and three-phase supplies.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to fault diagnosis.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work at height when required.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with a variety of motors, drives, and starters.
• Familiarity with PLCs and HMIs.
• HV switching experience with suitable qualifications.
• Knowledge of pyrometry.
• 17th Edition qualification.
• Experience with crane maintenance.
• MEWPs/Forklift certification.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private healthcare and medical cash plan.
• Life insurance coverage.