Senior Electrical Engineer

Johnson Matthey; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Johnson Matthey as a Senior Site Electrical Engineer in Royston, UK. You'll ensure compliance and safety of electrical systems while leading a skilled team. This pivotal role focuses on preventing hazards, promoting a safety culture, and furthering JM's mission for sustainable technology. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of employee benefits in an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Share plans

Savings accounts

House saving funds

Life and disability insurance

Commuter allowances and loans

Medical plans / health assessments

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial electrical experience including HV.
• Experience holding SAEP status for HV network.
• CompEx-14 qualified.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance and service delivery of electrical infrastructure.
• Lead maintenance and operation of site electrical systems.
• Manage safety documentation for electrical equipment.

Skills

Industrial electrical experience

HV and LV networks knowledge

DSEAR / ATEX regulations understanding

HSE frameworks knowledge

Job description

Job title: Senior Site Electrical Engineer

Location: Royston, UK (on-site)

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a senior electrical engineer, you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

You will be responsible for ensuring statutory and legislative compliance, and service delivery of the electrical infrastructure and distribution network across the Royston site. This will include the safety and operational integrity of site electrical equipment and systems, covering both HV (11kV) and LV networks.

The role acts as the site Duty Holder and Responsible Electrical Person (REP) and will lead the electrical function, covering maintenance, operation, statutory compliance, and upgrades where necessary. The role is also responsible for ensuring suitable asset integrity practices are in place and that all training and competency requirements within the electrical team are met.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

• Responsible for the safety of electrical personnel and all work on the electrical equipment and systems at site, including both JM staff and contractors.
• Proactively promote a positive Health & Safety culture and ensure adherence to JM policies (including HR/EHS/Security).
• Management of operational, maintenance, and compliance requirements of site electrical systems.
• Approval of electrical safety documentation, and that electrical safety guidance is followed.
• Manage ongoing inspection and compliance programme for ATEX 137 and DSEAR so that equipment suitability is met within hazardous areas and that detailed equipment inspections is in place.
• Identity training needs for site electrical team and establish training packages to work with/support our HV/LV networks.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• 5+ years of industrial electrical experience including HV.
• Experience holding SAEP status for HV network.
• Understanding of DSEAR / ATEX regulations, CompEx-14 qualified.
• Experience of HSE frameworks to at least IOSH level.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• House saving funds
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter allowances and loans
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact (url removed). We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.