Electrical Maintenance Technician in Cramlington, Northumberland

Energy Jobline CVL; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oilfield equipment supplier in Cramlington is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to inspect, service, and repair electrical systems. The role requires strong diagnostic skills and compliance with safety standards. Benefits include a competitive salary and opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Enhanced rates for shift work

Ongoing training and development

Opportunities for challenging work

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of electrical safety, testing, and inspection standards.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair and maintain electrical and mechanical plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults using technical manuals and diagnostic software.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Produce technical documentation, including maintenance reports.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Experience maintaining plant and equipment

Strong attention to detail

Time-served Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Education

Equivalent qualification in Electrical Maintenance Engineering

Job description

Overview

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Role

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Cramlington

Hours: 39 hours per week (Days)

Additional: Enhanced rate available for shift work

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading oilfield equipment supplier. This hands-on role involves inspecting, servicing, and repairing electrical and where appropriate, basic mechanical systems across a busy manufacturing facility. You’ll ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair and maintain all electrical and mechanical plant equipment and facility systems
• Diagnose faults using technical manuals, schematics, and diagnostic software
• Conduct preventative maintenance to minimise downtime and improve reliability
• Identify and advise management of potential equipment or plant issues
• Support and cross-train other maintenance team members, providing guidance to junior operatives
• Maintain accurate departmental records and contribute to reliability improvement projects
• Source required components and external services where necessary
• Produce technical documentation, including risk assessments, LOTO procedures, and maintenance reports

Quality & Compliance

• Work in line with ISO 9001 and API Q1 quality standards
• Ensure all works are properly recorded, traceable, and compliant
• Perform inspection and testing to IEE 18th Edition Regulations, BS 2391, or equivalent standards
• Be CompEx certified (or willing to complete CompEx training and certification)

Health & Safety

• Comply with all site and company Health & Safety procedures
• Identify and resolve potential HSE issues relating to electrical systems
• Always wear appropriate PPE and follow safe systems of work

What We’re Looking For

• Time-served Electrical Maintenance Engineer or equivalent qualification
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience maintaining plant and equipment within an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Sound understanding of electrical safety, testing, and inspection standards
• A proactive, team-oriented approach with strong attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Enhanced rates for shift work
• Ongoing training and development, including CompEx certification
• Opportunities to work on diverse and technically challenging equipment

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