Maintenance Electrician

TipTopJob; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Electrician with a strong electrical engineering background, particularly in the steel manufacturing sector. This role involves maintaining plant equipment, conducting preventative maintenance, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience, strong knowledge of electrical systems, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to vital projects and operational excellence, while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Double Days Shift (Early finish Fridays)

21 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Free on-site parking

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Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a maintenance electrician in steel or automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all plant equipment to expected standards.
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks and fault find repairs.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Electrical fault finding

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds or B tech qualification in electrical installation

Recognised apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS software

PLC systems

Job description

Maintenance Electrician

Location: Smethwick

The ideal candidate would have a strong electrical engineering background within a steel manufacturing industry and could hit the floor running. An effective team member but capable of working under their own initiative. Dependable, reliable and trustworthy. Must be able to carry out planned maintenance tasks and repairs to a high standard of workmanship.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Maintain all plant equipment to standards expected.
2. Completion of preventative maintenance tasks.
3. Fault find and carry out repairs.
4. Involvement in projects like new installations and relocating of new and existing equipment.
5. Ensure safe working practices are always adhered to.
6. Record and document work completed using PC/Mobile based maintenance software.
7. Occasionally work across multi-site locations (local).
8. Work unsupervised or as part of a team and follow procedures as required.
9. Be dependable and trustworthy with an excellent time & attendance record.

Role Requirements:

1. 5+ years experience as a maintenance electrician/engineer within the steel or automotive industry.
2. Strong knowledge of electrical systems & electrical maintenance practices.
3. Experienced in electrical fault finding and repairs.
4. Qualified to carry out electrical installations.
5. A strong understanding of safe systems of work.
6. Experience in electrical control systems with the ability to fault find.
7. Experience in preventive maintenance practices.
8. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
9. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
10. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
11. Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.
12. The ability to work safely under own supervision or as part of a team.
13. Competent to use a CMMS on PC/Mobile.
14. Working knowledge of PLCs for fault finding.
15. For multi-skilled, must have had at least 5 years experience on mechanical, hydraulic & pneumatic repairs, maintenance and fault finding.

Desired Skills:

1. Inspection & testing qualified (18th edition).
2. Experience of power press maintenance.
3. Experience in the maintenance of sheet metal working machinery (Guillotines, Press-brakes, rolling mills).

Education/Qualifications:

1. City & Guilds or B tech qualification in electrical installation or maintenance.
2. Served a recognised apprenticeship.
3. Forklift / MEWP licence (Desirable).

Company Benefits:

1. Salary - Competitive.
2. Shift: Double Days (Early finish Fridays).
3. 21 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays (Increases to 25 Days after the first year).
4. Workplace pension scheme after 3 months (3% Employer contributions).
5. Free on-site parking.
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Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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