Lead Electrical Maintenance Technician

TN United Kingdom; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Lead Electrical Maintenance Technician in Middlesbrough. The role involves overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and mentoring junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary package with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy industry maintenance is required.
• Ability to lead a team and communicate technical information clearly.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational readiness of energy recovery plant.
• Plan and execute maintenance operations.
• Lead and mentor the maintenance team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical expertise

Education

HNC in Electrical or Instrumentation

Job description

Lead Electrical Maintenance Technician, Middlesbrough

Client:

SUEZ

Location:

Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

2e97b3b1317d

Job Views:

2

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

The Role:

Lead Electrical Maintenance Technician (Internally called Senior Maintenance Technician)

• Call-Out Allowance: 1 week in 5 (~ £3,000 per annum) + a minimum of 4 hours overtime at 1.5x pay for any actual call-out hours.
• Minimum Total Salary/On-call Package at the time of joining: up to £52,205 + Benefits
• Opportunities for salary increases and career development are available within this banding.

Responsibilities:

You will ensure the operational readiness of our STV 1, 2 & 3 energy recovery plant. Your daily activities will include planning and executing maintenance operations, leading and mentoring your team, and maintaining compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards. A cost-effective approach combined with best practices is essential. You will leverage your expertise to mentor junior team members and provide technical advice as needed.

Requirements:

This role requires a confident professional with experience in heavy industry maintenance. An HNC in Electrical or Instrumentation (or equivalent experience) is necessary, along with good knowledge of environmental legislation. A Health & Safety qualification is advantageous, but your ability to lead a team, communicate technical information clearly, and enhance plant performance are the primary considerations.