Electrical Systems Manager in Trafford Park

Energy Jobline CVL; Stretford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job board is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor for a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Trafford Park. The role involves overseeing electrical systems maintenance and leading a team to ensure safe and efficient operations. Candidates should have an HNC or higher in Electrical Engineering and experience in the industrial sector. Competitive salary up to £67k plus bonus offered.

Benefits

Bonus of 5%

Flexible start times

Qualifications

• Time served Electrical Engineer from an industrial, process, paper, chemicals, or power sector.
• Experience in E&I systems maintenance.
• Strong decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance across electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Collaborate with teams to maximise operational efficiency.
• Manage on-site contractor support.
• Lead safety initiatives and risk assessments.
• Champion continuous improvement through CMMS.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation standards

Strong leadership skills

Excellent organisational abilities

Communication skills

Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Education

HNC or above in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor

Trafford Park, Manchester

50 - 67k Base salary plus 5% bonus

Mon - Thursday 07:30 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 14:00 (some flexibility with start times)

The Opportunity

We're recruiting for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation leader to join a leading, state of the art paper manufacturing business in Trafford Park. This is a hands‑on leadership role, combining technical expertise with team management. You will oversee all site electrical, control, and instrumentation systems - ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations while supporting new and ongoing projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the safe execution of reactive and proactive maintenance across electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Planning teams to maximise operational efficiency.
• Manage on-site contractor support.
• Lead health & safety initiatives, risk assessments, and contribute to site-wide safety improvements.
• Champion continuous improvement, ensuring KPIs and PPM schedules are met through the site CMMS.
• Have thorough knowledge of E&I maintenance practices including Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
• Lead and execute E&I maintenance services on site.
• Monitor, Deliver and Maintain E&I standards on site.
• Lead detailed studies of E&I breakdowns and repeated failures, determining corrective actions and identifying improvement opportunities using RCA techniques.
• Provide Mentorship, training and guidance to E&I technicians.
• Own and maintain the E&I training Matrix.
• Use and develop the site CMMS.

About You

• Time served Electrical Engineer from an industrial, process, paper, chemicals, power or similar industry.
• HNC or above in an Electrical, Instrumentation or Automation specialism.
• Strong knowledge of EC&I systems.
• Strong leadership & decision making skills/ experience.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and communication abilities.

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