Electrical Supervisor

Michael Page; Berwick-upon-Tweed; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional benefits to be confirmed

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting an Electrical Supervisor to lead the site's electrical maintenance within a busy industrial/manufacturing setting. You will provide technical leadership to Electrical Technicians, Instrumentation and Control Engineers, and contractors while ensuring safe, reliable operation.

You will drive preventive maintenance, coordinate shutdowns, and support continuous improvement projects. A strong background in HV switching up to 11kV and AutoCAD is essential.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Time-served Electrical Apprenticeship or equivalent industrial experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a process manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership of technical teams and maintenance activities.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills including HV up to 11kV.
• Ability to read drawings/schematics and work with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the electrical maintenance team.
• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules for electrical systems.
• Ensure safety regulations and company standards are followed.
• Diagnose faults and minimise downtime with prompt actions.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering to meet needs.
• Manage stock levels of electrical components and tools.
• Support training and development of team members.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Project management

Communication

Analytical

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Team development

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Electrical apprenticeship

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC programming

SCADA

Job description

As an Electrical Supervisor you'll oversee electrical maintenance and ensure smooth operations within the industrial and manufacturing environment. You'll play a key role in maintaining equipment and supporting the engineering team to keep the facility running efficiently.

Client Details

Our client is a global business based in the South East of Scotland who have a well established site that operate and manufacture material that services a variety of sectors including FMCG, Healthcare etc.

Description

The Electrical Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating the site's electrical maintenance function to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all manufacturing, process and utility equipment. The role provides technical leadership to Electrical Technicians, Instrumentation and Control Engineers, and contractors while ensuring all maintenance activities are completed to the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance.

The position plays a critical role in supporting production performance, equipment reliability, continuous improvement initiatives and the successful delivery of engineering projects. The Electrical Supervisor will work closely with Operations, Engineering and Maintenance teams to drive operational excellence and develop the capability of the electrical team.

• Supervise and coordinate the electrical maintenance team to ensure effective operations.
• Carry out and oversee preventive maintenance schedules for electrical systems and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards during all activities.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults promptly to minimise downtime.
• Work closely with other departments to support operational requirements.
• Monitor and manage stock levels of electrical components and tools.
• Assist with training and development of team members to enhance their skills.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and report to the management team.

Profile

• HNC or HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Time-served Electrical Apprentice or equivalent industrial experience.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience within a process manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience leading and managing technical teams.
• Experience managing maintenance activities, shutdowns and engineering projects.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Previous PLC programming and fault-finding experience.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and process control systems.
• High Voltage (HV) Switching experience up to 11kV.
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems and industrial control equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics and electrical documentation.
• Competent in the use of AutoCAD or similar design software.

Skills

• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Job Offer

Salary between £60,000 and £70,000, dependent on the level of experience.

Permanent role within the industrial and manufacturing sector.

Additional benefits to be confirmed.