Maintenance Electrical Engineer Job Details | Stericycle

Caresoft Global Technologies, Inc.,; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in compliance-based solutions is seeking a Regional Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to ensure the reliability of electrical systems across multiple facilities. The role encompasses planned and reactive maintenance, equipment upgrades, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in electrical maintenance with relevant qualifications. Opportunities for personal growth and development are available within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Support Fund

Online Learning Resources

Annual Pay Review

Referral Scheme

Flu Voucher

Eye Test Voucher

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in electrical maintenance preferred.
• Proven understanding of health and safety compliance in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Conducting fault diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Support planned maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
• Oversee contractor activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Fault Diagnosis

Electrical Systems Maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations Certificate

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Job description

About Us:

Stericycle is a U.S. based business-to-business services company and leading provider of compliance-based solutions that protects people and brands, promotes health and well-being, and safeguards the environment. Since our founding over 30 years ago, we have grown from a small start-up in medical waste management into a leader across a range of increasingly complex and highly regulated arenas, serving healthcare organizations and commercial businesses of every size. Every day, we help our customers solve complex challenges by safely managing materials that could otherwise spread disease, contaminate the environment, or compromise one's identity.

Join us on our mission to protect health and well-being in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.

Position Purpose:

The Regional Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) is responsible for the maintenance and reliability of electrical systems and equipment across Stericycle's regional facilities. Working under the direction of the XXX, the role ensures the effective delivery of Stericycle's total preventative maintenance strategy. This includes planned and reactive maintenance, upgrades, and the continuous improvement of plant reliability. The role is integral to minimising downtime and supporting safe and efficient plant operations across the Stericycle network.

Key activities include:
• Conducting fault diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance of all electrical systems and components.
• Supporting planned plant shutdowns and upgrades.
• Maintaining records of maintenance activities via the Maintenance Management System.
• Ensuring compliance with UK health and safety regulations and company standards.
• Collaborating with operations and engineering teams to enhance plant performance.

Key Job Activities:

Electrical Maintenance
• Perform fault finding, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical systems, including motors, drives, switchgear, and instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level, and flow sensors).
• Maintain control systems such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Conduct inspections, routine maintenance, and upgrades to electrical equipment to ensure reliability and operational efficiency.
Planned and Reactive Maintenance
• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
• Provide rapid response to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing faults and restoring systems to full functionality.
• Actively identify opportunities to perform preventative maintenance during plant availability.
Contractor and Project Management
• Oversee contractors performing maintenance or project work, ensuring compliance with Stericycle standards and safety regulations.
• Issue permits to work and conduct risk assessments for contractor-led activities.
• Support plant improvement projects, including the installation, commissioning, and upgrade of electrical equipment.
Technical Support and Documentation
• Assist operational teams with technical expertise to resolve complex electrical issues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, fault reports, and asset history.
• Monitor spare parts inventory, advising on stock requirements to support maintenance schedules.
Health, Safety, and Compliance
• Adhere to Stericycle's health and safety policies, ensuring all tasks are conducted in line with UK legislation and company standards.
• Safely isolate electrical equipment to enable maintenance activities, ensuring zero harm to personnel.
• Conduct and document risk assessments, implementing control measures to minimize risks during maintenance activities.
Out of Hours Support
• Be available to provide emergency support outside of normal working hours when required.

Experience (EMEAA):

Essential Qualifications
• Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering.
• Relevant engineering qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, ONC, or HNC in Electrical Engineering.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within heavy process industries (e.g., power generation, manufacturing, or similar).
Desirable Qualifications
• Recognized training in PLC programming and control systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
• Familiarity with robotic and automated systems.
Experience Requirements
• Minimum of 2 years of post-apprenticeship experience in electrical maintenance, including fault finding, repairs, and system upgrades.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance in industrial settings.
• Experience managing contractors and supervising maintenance projects.

Analytical and Diagnostic Skills
• Demonstrates the ability to assess situations using analytical and logical reasoning.
• Experienced in using investigative approaches such as the "5 Whys" or "Fishbone Diagram" for diagnosing faults or developing Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
Commitment and Ownership
• Takes ownership of allocated projects, persisting with tasks to ensure successful completion.
• Willingness to commit the necessary time and effort to achieve high-quality, compliant outcomes.
Work Standards and Independence
• Maintains high standards of quality, taking pride in delivering compliant work.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, solve problems proactively, and use personal initiative.
• Understands when to escalate issues or invoke a "Stop Work" directive when necessary to ensure safety or compliance.
Teamwork and Collaboration
• Maintains awareness of personal conduct and its impact on team dynamics.
• Experience working collaboratively in multi-functional teams, including cooperation with external contractors.
• Demonstrates cooperative influencing skills to achieve team objectives effectively.
Time Management and Planning
• Efficiently manages personal time, activities, and resources to meet deadlines.
• Skilled in planning and executing tasks to achieve desired outcomes.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
• Must be capable of performing physical tasks associated with reactive and preventative maintenance.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of working within an incineration plant environment, including:
o Working at heights.
o Operating in enclosed or confined spaces.
o Adhering to stringent safety protocols in a high-risk industrial setting.

Benefits:

Stericycle offers you:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to SteriCares, our employee support fund
• Stericycle University - Our online library of self-development & learning
• Anual pay review
• Referral Scheme (Earn by introducing people in your network to the Stericycle family)
• Flu voucher
• Eye Test voucher

Our Promise:

Stericycle is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer:

The above description is meant to provide a summary of the nature and level of work being performed; it should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements of the job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and it does not constitute any right or guarantee of employment condition. This position is open to people with disabilities. Stericycle will consider requests for workplace accommodations for protected physical or mental limitations in accordance with its human resources and risks prevention policies and local laws. To the extent permissible under local law, and consistent with business necessity, Stericycle reserves the right to modify the content formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, at any time with or without advance notice.