Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician / Electrical and Instrumentation

AWD online; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician / Mechanical & Electrical Engineer in Runcorn, Cheshire. Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 and relevant experience in electrical and instrumentation roles. This full-time position plays a vital role in maintaining safety and efficiency in a well-established facility, offering competitive pay and shift allowances.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in an electrical and instrumentation role across multiple sectors.
• Must be a time-served/qualified electrician with relevant experience.
• Familiarity with hazardous environments like ATEX is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults across various systems.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Instrumentation technologies

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

City & Guilds 2391

18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations

Tools

PLCs

SCADA systems

DCS (Distributed Control Systems)

Job description

Overview

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician / Mechanical & Electrical Engineer withproven experience in an electrical and instrumentation role, a time-served, qualified electrician and excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting and fault-finding skills is required for a well-established facility based in Runcorn, Cheshire.

SALARY: £18.87 per hour + £1.89 shift allowance (after probation) + attendance bonus of £60 per month + production target bonus of £50 per month

LOCATION: Runcorn, Cheshire, North West England (WA7)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Working aShift Pattern of 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm. The pattern will change on a weekly basis

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician / Mechanical & Electrical Engineer withproven experience in an electrical and instrumentation role, a time-served, qualified electrician and excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.

Working as the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician / Mechanical & Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation equipment in compliance with industry regulations, health & safety standards and company procedures.

As the Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician / Mechanical & Electrical Engineer you will have strong experience across multiple sectors including manufacturing, industrial, energy or related industries.

Responsibilities

Your duties as a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician / Mechanical & Electrical Engineer will include:

• Installation & Maintenance: Install, calibrate, and maintain electrical and instrumentation systems, including motors, sensors, actuators, PLCs, and control panels
• Carry out mechanical tasks as part of a multifunctional team
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation faults on a variety of systems
• Maximise OEE: Carry out TPM tasks to ensure maximum OEE is achieved
• Testing & Calibration: Perform routine testing, calibration, and validation of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance
• Documentation: Accurately maintain records of all electrical and instrumentation work, including maintenance logs, calibration reports, work orders and spare part stores management
• Compliance: Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, including the Electricity at Work Regulations, IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671), and company policies
• Health & Safety: Follow strict health & safety guidelines, conducting risk assessments and ensuring compliance with safe work practices
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance system reliability and efficiency
• Liaison: Work closely with engineers, production teams, and external contractors to ensure timely resolution of issues

Candidate Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent
• 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
• Instrumentation certification (desirable)
• COMPEX certification (desirable)
• Demonstratable experience in an electrical and instrumentation role, across multiple sectors including manufacturing, industrial, energy, or related industries
• Must be a time served/qualified electrician with experience
• Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation is advantageous
• Must have mechanical ability, with electrical experience desirable
• Experience working in hazardous environments (ATEX) (desirable)
• Familiarity with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) (desirable)
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, control systems, and instrumentation technologies
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with electrical drawings and schematics

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13880

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