Electrical Technician

ZipRecruiter; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor manufacturer in Newton Aycliffe is seeking a Facilities Electrical Technician to ensure the seamless operation of their high-spec manufacturing facility. This role includes implementing maintenance procedures, adhering to safety standards, and diagnosing faults in electrical distribution systems. Candidates should have a recognized apprenticeship and at least 2 years of experience in chemical or process plants. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Shift allowance

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Time served apprenticeship from an Electrical Maintenance Background.
• Minimum of 2 years post-apprentice experience in Process/Chemical Plant.
• Familiarity with COSHH and risk assessment writing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Deliver breakdown and planned maintenance activities.
• Operate according to CMMS with accurate information recording.

Skills

Electrical drives understanding

Electrical fault diagnosis

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Education

ONC with a recognized apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS software

Electrical distribution systems

Job description

Facilities Electrical Technician

Location: Newton Aycliffe, UK

Sector: Semiconductor Manufacturing

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits + Shift Allowance.

Job Type: Full-Time

Working Hours: 2 x 12 hour days followed by 2x 12 hour nights followed by 4 days / 20% shift premium

Are you ready to play a key role in an organisation at the forefront of next- semiconductor technology? Join a pioneering company operating in the mission-critical defence and commercial sectors. With over 25 years of successful manufacturing and more than 1.5 billion devices shipped globally, our client are now entering a bold phase of expansion backed by significant government investment.

We are seeking a Facilities Electrical Technician to be part of a skilled team responsible for the seamless operation of our clients high-spec manufacturing facility in Newton Aycliffe. This role offers the opportunity to work in a cleanroom-class production environment where safety, precision, and innovation are paramount.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure Health & Safety standards/procedures are adhered including “Risk Assessment and JSA”
• Self-motivated planning and delivery of breakdown and planned and breakdown 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 causes reviews and implement remedial actions. Target being minimising plant 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 and ensure 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 positively safe and environmental and quality culture to satisfy ISO 45001/14001/9001 respectively
• Utilise CMMS to identify, analyse and record PM’s 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. Finding review to be used to make recommendation on frequencies and suitability of maintenance activity.
• Work closely with process technicians and monitor plant to ensure breakdowns are remediated in a safe and effective and efficient manner thus minimizing disruption of service.
• Analyse, maintain and rectify fault conditions across a range of plant, equipment & systems. This will include Root Cause Analysis for failure and subsequent development and implementation of improvement plan
• Inspect, check, 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 clear understanding of DSEAR / Hazardous Area Equipment Inspections. Ensuring compliance with relevant ISO Standards and Guidelines
• Play an active role to identify and implement facilities plant improvements in order to increase reliability, efficiency and reduce operating costs through continuous improvements.
• To understand how variations in the facilities plant and services can impact the fabrication plant performance.
• Play an active role in problem solving activities during major events using appropriate problem-solving 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 & telephone support
• Flexible and willing to work throughout the operation to achieve the business goals.
• Contribute towards Key Performance Indicators to achieve Engineering targets
• Contribute towards training of fellow Technicians, Operators and Apprentices.

JOB 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 of 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 skill with a strong appreciation of both practical and theoretical methodologies.
• Pro-active approach to maintenance with excellent and proven electrical fault diagnosis skill 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 man software packages
• Pro-active self-motivated and capable of working without direct supervision.
• Demonstrate creative approach to specific tasks and willing to become “Multi disciplined”.
• Team player with good Communication skills that is Results and performance driven

Education/Qualifications

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

If you don’t meet all listed qualifications but feel this role aligns with your skills and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply.

For more information please contact Travis Townsend at Major Recruitment.