Maintenance Engineer

Swegon Ltd.; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all electrical operations at the Whitstable site, ensuring optimal performance through planned maintenance and swift breakdown responses. Your expertise will minimize downtime and uphold safety standards, while your strong communication skills will enable effective collaboration across departments. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment that values personal development and promotes a healthy work-life balance. If you're ready to take on exciting challenges and contribute to a sustainable future, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance, particularly in electrical roles.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and oversee electrical operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues promptly.

Skills

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

GCSE in Maths and English

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electro-Technical Services

Tools

CMMS Systems

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team. If you have a strong electrical background and are looking for a dynamic role in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all electrical operations within the factory, providing both breakdown response and planned preventative maintenance for our Whitstable site and the wider Swegon group. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems, minimizing downtime, and maintaining compliance with safety and operational standards.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Perform routine planned preventative maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Oversee the installation of new equipment and the servicing of existing machinery.
• Provide support for troubleshooting and repairs throughout the equipment's life cycle, focusing on electrical issues.
• Address breakdowns promptly and carry out necessary repairs.
• Take responsibility for building maintenance and repairs, either directly or by coordinating with external contractors.
• Ensure timely preparation of work and activity reports.
• Supervise contractors, when necessary, collaborate with team members, and work independently, including supporting the mechanically focused team.
• Assist other departments and sites with breakdowns and troubleshooting.
• Contribute to development projects on-site by supporting engineering tasks as needed.
• Support and train staff on operational and maintenance best practices as required.

About You

We’re looking for someone with a keen eye for detail and a high degree of accuracy, who can analyse situations critically and challenge where necessary. You possess strong influencing and communication skills, with excellent written, oral, and presentation abilities to clearly convey your ideas.

You are a confident decision-maker, using your initiative to lead by example and gain the respect of your team. Your ability to communicate with clarity, while demonstrating excellence in both your approach to work and people, sets you apart.

Proactive and positive, you tackle work matters head-on and are comfortable working cross-functionally with various stakeholders. You’re eager to take on additional responsibilities, continuously developing your skills and experience. Your professional appearance and conduct reflect your high standards, and you understand the importance of delivering quality work, always aware of the impact of failure and the cost of poor quality.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar maintenance role, demonstrating your expertise and reliability in the field.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and reporting processes, enabling you to manage data and reports effectively.
• Excellent people skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills, allowing you to manage tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Proficient computer skills, with familiarity in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• GCSE standard in Maths and English or equivalent qualifications.
• A solid understanding of electrical systems, backed by the 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.
• Fluent in English, speaking and written.

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

• Familiarity with CMMS systems and software, enhancing your ability to manage maintenance workflows effectively.
• Capability to carry out mechanical repairs, adding versatility to your skill set.
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electro-Technical Services (Electrical Maintenance) or equivalent qualification, demonstrating a high level of technical expertise.

We offer

At Swegon, we work to create the world's best indoor climate that makes people thrive and feel good inside. We have ambitious goals in our sustainability efforts, in offering the most energy-efficient products, promoting gender equality, and becoming carbon neutral, and we have clear transparency in our work. We offer exciting challenges in a global environment with competent colleagues and a culture characterized by our values; "Customer Empathy, Trust, and Commitment," which permeate everything we do and are the basis for the decisions we make and how we interact with each other. At Swegon, we have an open and flexible organizational culture with short decision-making processes, plenty of development opportunities, and we care about you being able to balance your work with your personal life. We place great emphasis on personal qualities, welcome applicants with different backgrounds, and strive for diversity and gender equality.

About Swegon Group

Swegon Group, owned by the Stockholm Stock Exchange-listed Investment AB Latour, is a market-leading provider of a healthy indoor climate, with solutions for ventilation, heating, cooling, and climate optimization, as well as connected services and technical expertise. Swegon has subsidiaries and distributors worldwide and 17 production units in Europe, North America, and India. The company has approximately 3000 employees and had a turnover of approximately SEK 6 billion in 2022.