Electrical Technician

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer is looking for an experienced Electrical Technician in Birmingham during a time of significant growth. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, adhering to safety standards, and collaborating with production teams to enhance efficiency and reliability. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

Overtime paid

Company Bonus

Standby allowance

Relocation package available

Open to Visa Sponsorship

Qualifications

• Previous experience in heavy industry required.
• Understanding of 3-phase control systems essential.
• Knowledge of isolation procedures and continuous improvement techniques.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine daily preventative maintenance checks.
• Assist with both breakdown and preventative maintenance safely.
• Be actively involved in projects for equipment improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Self-organization

Problem-solving

Education

HND/HNC or similar in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC fault-finding

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical systems

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Role: Electrical Technician
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £Great + Benefits (Undisclosed at client request. Happy to disclose when we speak)
Overtime paid
Company Bonus
Standby allowance
Relocation package available
Open to Visa Sponsorship
Hours: Mon-Fri 38.75hrs/wk

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

As an Electrical Technician, you will be part of a multi-skilled maintenance team that works together as a flexible and professional unit. You will be required to assist with both breakdown and preventative maintenance across the site safely and professionally.

Electrical Technician duties include:
- 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 or similar Electrical Engineering (Essential)
- Previous experience in heavy industry and an understanding of 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 action solutions.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
- Ability to self-organise, prioritise work and adhere to deadlines.

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Job Requirements:

What we are looking for:- HND/HNC or similar Electrical Engineering (Essential)- Previous experience in heavy industry and an understanding of 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 and the ability to analyse problems and action solutions.- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.- Ability to self-organise, prioritise work and adhere to deadlines.