Electrical Technician

Octric Semiconductors Ltd; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly policies

Competitive benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Octric Semiconductors Ltd in Newton Aycliffe, UK, seeks an Electrical Maintenance Technician to deliver high-standard maintenance within a state-of-the-art compound semiconductor facility. You will perform planned and breakdown maintenance, diagnose faults, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing plant.

The role requires a time-served electrical background and a proactive, multidisciplinary mindset.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical Maintenance.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-apprentice experience in Process/Chemical Plant.
• COSHH knowledge and ability to write method statements and risk assessments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical and theoretical mindset.
• Pro-active, self-motivated, multi-discipline team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Health & Safety standards including Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
• Operate CMMS (Maximo) and record PMs and breakdowns accurately.
• Diagnose and rectify plant faults; conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Undertake planned maintenance and adjust frequencies based on findings.
• Share knowledge, train others, and collaborate with process technicians to minimize downtime.
• Support continuous improvement and site-wide reliability initiatives.

Job description

Octric Semiconductor is a new name in the compound semiconductor foundry space. Its devices are used in mission critical defence and commercial applications. For over 25-years, we have been delivering over 1.5 billion devices that have been shipped from our site to date.

Octric has ambitious plans to grow the company and expand with new products and applications, and the company is developing a 10-year investment plan. We now have a bright new path ahead of us following the recent significant investment from the UK Goverment. As a part of an emerging semiconductor cluster in the northeast, we are focussed on developing advanced technology, focussed on the next generation of semiconductors. We are looking to fill a number of exciting roles across device design and innovation through to manufacturing & reliability.

Located in Newton Aycliffe, UK, we occupy a 10,000 m2 purpose-built Class 100 manufacturing facility fully equipped to produce state of the art compound semiconductor product. Octric is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our company values different perspectives and experiences, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can thrive.

• We have family friendly employee policies, and a culture that respects work life balance.
• We offer a competitive benefits package; we are a company committed to personal & professional progression and development.

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

Participate enthusiastically in the provision of the highest standard of HSE performance in the department. Focus self and assist others on the delivery of the department mission statement: "Safe, effective, efficient and seamless supply of facilities services with target zero disruption to the site production schedule."

Perform an integral part in the successful operation of the department by delivering technician services with specialism in Electrical and Distribution. Provide technician support required to undertake planned, breakdown and minor modification maintenance activities. Proactively deliver the role and "Operate in a spirit of continuous improvement", rapidly driving the role towards technicians being "Multidisciplined".

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure Health & Safety standards and procedures are adhered to, including Risk Assessment and JSA. Self-motivated planning and delivery of breakdown and planned maintenance activities.
• Observe site priorities and deliver activities in line with site guidance.
• Operate in accordance with Maximo/CMMS, including accurate and timely recording of information.
• Safely diagnose and rectify plant breakdowns, undertake root cause reviews and implement remedial actions to minimise downtime and probability of fault reoccurrence.
• Undertake planned maintenance in a timely manner, reviewing findings and adjusting frequencies. Share technical knowledge on specialism with others and assist with multidisciplined training. Actively engage with process operators, developing ability to operate process plant.Uphold site and UK standards, ensuring site complies with ISO9001/ISO14001/ISO45001.
• Develop, undertake and own continuous improvement projects and activities.

MAIN TASKS:

• Proactive participation in all HSE activities including Risk Assessment and Method Statements.
• Proactive role in developing a positive safety, environmental and quality culture to satisfy ISO 45001/14001/9001.
• Utilise CMMS to identify, analyse and record PMs and breakdowns in accordance with electrical maintenance schedules.
• Self-led and motivated delivery of comprehensive Planned Maintenance Schedules, including timely input of information and review of findings to make recommendations on frequencies and suitability of maintenance activity. Work closely with process technicians and monitor plant to ensure breakdowns are remediated in a safe, effective and efficient manner, minimising disruption to supply of service.
• Analyse, maintain and rectify fault conditions across a range of plant, equipment and systems, including Root Cause Analysis and subsequent development and implementation of improvement plans.
• Inspect, check and test motor control centres and electrical distribution systems, including DOL, Star Delta and Variable Speed Drives.
• Operate and diagnose fault conditions on electrical power distribution equipment.
• Ensure high standards of engineering principles and procedures, with a good understanding of DSEAR and Hazardous Area Equipment Inspections in compliance with relevant ISO Standards and Guidelines.
• Play an active role in identifying and implementing facilities plant improvements to increase reliability, efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Understand how variations in facilities plant and services can impact fabrication plant performance. Play an active role in problem solving during major events using appropriate tools and techniques, e.g. 5 Why, Fishbone, 8D and other Root Cause tools. Liaise with vendors and field service engineers for assistance in service contracts, breakdowns and telephone support.
• Flexible and willing to work throughout the operation to achieve business goals.
• Contribute towards Key Performance Indicators to achieve Engineering targets.
• Contribute towards training of fellow Technicians, Operators and Apprentices

Requirements

Experience

• Time-served apprenticeship from an Electrical Maintenance background/discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-apprentice knowledge and experience of Process/Chemical Plant.

Key Skills

• Familiarity with COSHH and ability to write method statements and risk assessments.
• Solid and wide-ranging understanding of electrical drives, MCC, and electrical distribution systems as utilised on Chemical and Process Plant.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong appreciation of both practical and theoretical methodologies.
• Pro‑active approach to maintenance with excellent and proven electrical fault diagnosis skills using wiring and distribution drawings.
• Working knowledge of ventilation and air conditioning plant and motor maintenance.
• Knowledge of lighting and emergency UPS systems and switching operations.
• Comprehensive IT skills covering main software packages.
• Pro‑active, self‑motivated and capable of working without direct supervision. Creative approach to specific tasks and willing to become multidiscipline. Team player with good communication skills who is results and performance driven.

Education & Qualifications

• Educated to a minimum of ONC with a recognised apprenticeship.

We are committed to providing accommodations during the application process to ensure accessibility for all candidates.