Electrical Maintenance Technician

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus

Additional Benefits

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their Birmingham site. The ideal candidate should possess an HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering and have a strong background in heavy industry. Responsibilities include conducting maintenance checks, working collaboratively with the production team, and participating in equipment improvement projects. Competitive salary plus company benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in heavy industry, understanding 3-phase control systems.
• Knowledge of Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques.
• Isolation procedures knowledge and adherence.
• Understanding hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Continuous improvement mindset and problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to organise work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine daily preventative maintenance checks.
• Work alongside Production Team Leaders and Operators.
• Ensure all tasks are documented and follow safety protocols.
• Be actively involved in improvement projects.
• Ensure tasks have proper supporting documentation (work orders, risk assessments).
• Perform non-planned and planned maintenance promptly.
• Act as front-line communication during maintenance activities.
• Participate in improvement projects to optimise efficiency, reliability and safety.

Skills

Knowledge of PLC fault-finding

Knowledge of Isolation Procedures

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Hydraulic/pneumatic/mechanical

Continuous improvement

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-organisation

Education

HND/HNC Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Role: Electrical Maintenance Technician
Location: Birmingham
£Competitive + Company Bonus & Benefits
Mon-Fri 7 am-3:30 pm

Our client, a leading international manufacturer, is currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Shift Technician to join their site in Birmingham at a time of huge growth for the business.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety rules and requirements at all times.
• Carry out routine daily preventative maintenance checks.
• Work alongside the Production Team Leaders, Shift Technicians and Operators, reporting findings to your Departmental Team Leader.
• Take responsibility for any specific area as required to understand its operation and fully understand the maintenance requirements and safe systems of work for that area.
• Ensure that all tasks are accompanied by the relevant supporting documentation (work orders, risk assessments, etc).
• Carry out all non-planned and planned maintenance tasks promptly.
• Be a front-line point of communication for Production Team Leaders, Shift Technicians and Operators during maintenance activities.
• Be actively involved in projects of improvement, extension or modification of equipment to optimise efficiency, reliability and safety.

What we are looking for

• HND/HNC Electrical Engineering (Essential)
• Previous experience in heavy industry, understanding 3-phase control systems
• Knowledge of PLC fault-finding
• Knowledge of Isolation Procedures
• Knowledge of Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Mechanical systems
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques
• Attention to detail with the ability to analyse problems and take action on solutions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to self-organise, prioritise work and adhere to deadlines

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.