Electrical Maintenance Technician

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their growing team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This exciting role involves working with cutting-edge technology in the plastic injection moulding sector. You will be responsible for plant and machinery installation, routine maintenance, and quality inspections. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in electrical engineering, along with experience in high-volume manufacturing. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative projects while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical cover – Medicash

Benefits Hub discounts

21 days holiday

Christmas shutdown

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Candidates should have completed a time-served apprenticeship.
• Plastic industry experience is preferred.
• Experience with high volume manufacture is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and quality inspections on machinery.
• Participate in process improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety practices.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Hydraulics

Electronics

Process Improvement

Education

Btec / HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Uniloy Injection Moulding Machines

FANUC Injection Moulding Machines

Ferromatik Injection Moulding Machines

Demag Injection Moulding Machines

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Electrical Maintenance Technician, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Client:

Westray Recruitment Group

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

• Salary £41k
• Continental days only shift pattern 7am-7pm (2 days one week, 5 days the following week)
• Medical cover – Medicash
• Benefits Hub discounts
• 21 days holiday
• Christmas shutdown
• Cycle to work scheme

THE BUSINESS

Westray Recruitment Group is representing a leading manufacturer based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. The organisation in question is going through an exciting period of growth and expanding their operations. The business is looking to recruit Electrical Maintenance Technicians. The role is light manufacturing and they are a business who utilises cutting edge technology to aid the manufacturing process. The business is seeking talented individuals who are able to hit the ground running within the plastic injection moulding sector.

THE ROLE

• Plant and machinery installation/decommissioning
• Routine maintenance scheduling
• Quality inspections on calibrated plant and machinery
• Timely repairs in the event of equipment breakdowns
• Active participation in process improvement projects
• To carry out duties within health and safety practices
• To maintain a high standard of housekeeping in line with 5s principals
• Work to and within the existing energy and environmental management system
• Work within the quality management system

THE PERSON

• Btec / HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
• Plastic industry experience
• Experience with Uniloy, Sabmann Injection Blow Moulding Machines favourable.
• Ideal candidates will have relevant experience within high volume manufacture, ideally having working with Hydraulics & Electronics before.
• Experience with FANUC, Ferromatik or Demag Injection Moulding Machines favourable.
• Candidates should have completed a time-served apprenticeship.
• The role is varied with exposure to fluid power (inc. pneumatics), site services as well as various improvement projects on an ad-hoc basis.

TO APPLY

Please apply for this position and your CV will go direct to our Engineering Consultant Neil Douthwaite who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with Neil at Westray Recruitment Group