Electrical Maintenance Technician

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

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.

Benefits

Company Bonus

Additional Benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in heavy industry, understanding 3-phase control systems.
• Knowledge of Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques.

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.

Skills

Knowledge of PLC fault-finding

Knowledge of Isolation Procedures

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

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.