Shift Electrician

Martin Veasey Talent Solutions; Braintree; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Shift Electrician for a manufacturing site in Essex. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical maintenance and skills related to PLC systems. You will work in a rotating 12-hour shift pattern while ensuring all electrical systems operate at peak performance. This role offers a salary of £55,000 per annum along with additional benefits, including pension contributions and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Pension Contributions

Training & Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Knowledge of PLC systems (e.g., Siemens S5/S7) is beneficial.
• Familiarity with motors, inverter drives, and other key plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and reactive electrical maintenance across plant equipment.
• Fault-find and repair electrical equipment, including motors and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical maintenance experience

Familiarity with PLC systems

Technical expertise in automation control systems

Education

17th Edition BS7671 qualification

18th Edition qualification (desirable)

Job description

Shift Electrician - Essex

C£55,000 + Shift Allowance + Bonus + Blue Chip Benefits

Essex

Commutable Locations: Tilbury, Grays, Southend‑on‑Sea, Basildon, Dartford, and surrounding areas.

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity exists for a Shift Electrician to join the team in Essex. The role involves maintaining electrical equipment and systems across a busy manufacturing site. With a shift pattern of 12‑hour days and nights, you will ensure that all electrical systems operate at peak performance, providing support to the production and maintenance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and reactive electrical maintenance across plant equipment.
• Fault‑find and repair electrical equipment, including motors, inverter drives, and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, working in a safe and effective manner.
• Participate in planned maintenance activities and ensure that all work is accurately logged in the CMMS system.

Required Skills & Experience

• Qualifications: 17th Edition BS7671 (18th Edition desirable).
• Experience: Experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial setting. Knowledge of PLC systems (e.g., Siemens S5/S7) is beneficial.
• Technical Expertise: Familiarity with automation control systems, motors, inverter drives, and other key plant equipment.

Salary: £55,000 per annum + Shift Allowance

Shift Pattern: 12‑hour shifts (Days: 6 am‑6 pm, Nights: 6 pm‑6 am), 2 days on, 3 nights on, 5 days off, with overtime opportunities.

Benefits

• Bonus Scheme
• Pension Contributions
• Training & Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Holiday Allowance