Shift Maintenance Electrician

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company as a Maintenance Electrician, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring operational efficiency and safety. This position involves hands-on electrical maintenance tasks in both field and workshop settings. You will be part of a dedicated team focused on maintaining high standards in electrical systems, troubleshooting, and implementing corrective actions. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and offers a supportive work environment that values initiative and development. If you have a solid background in electrical work and are committed to safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Employee development programs

Supportive work environment

Flat organization structure

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with heavy machinery.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical maintenance activities including HV, LV, motor control circuits.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Conduct inspections and calibrations to identify equipment issues early.
• Use maintenance software to create work requests and update equipment history.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Electrical maintenance

Safety procedures

Team coordination

Education

HND or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

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Maintenance Electrician

We’re seeking a Maintenance Electrician to assist with daily electrical maintenance tasks, both in the field and in the workshop, on a shift basis. This hands-on role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and maintaining operational efficiency. You will be part of a team responsible for electrical systems, ensuring all work is performed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. If you are reliable, safety-conscious, and possess a solid understanding of electrical work, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

1. Follow all safety procedures, systems, and policies, including permit-to-work and risk assessments.
2. Carry out plant isolations and issue permits if authorized.
3. Maintain a clean and safe work environment after completing tasks.
4. Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on equipment such as motors, transformers, switchgear, breakers, and lighting.
5. Conduct regular inspections, calibrations, and data collection to identify equipment issues early.
6. Support root cause analysis and contribute to corrective actions.
7. Use maintenance software to create work requests and update equipment history.
8. Coordinate repairs and inspections with other departments.
9. Ensure smooth shift handovers and complete shift reports.
10. Participate in training to enhance skills and undertake additional tasks as required.

Requirements

• HND or equivalent education.
• Experience as a Time-served Electrical Technician or similar.
• Minimum of 5-6 years of demonstrable experience in a manufacturing environment with heavy machinery.
• Electrical Regulation 17th Edition (preferable).
• Thorough knowledge of electrical maintenance activities including HV, LV, motor control circuits, automation, and instrumentation.
• Understanding of safety requirements and procedures.
• Experience with maintenance methods, tools, and systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and process control drawings.
• Willingness to embrace change and pursue continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health insurance and healthcare package.
• Supportive, dynamic, and down-to-earth work environment.
• Flat organization promoting ownership and initiative.
• Employee development through on-the-job learning, training, and courses.

About NORIT

NORIT Activated Carbon is a global leader producing various qualities of activated carbon in powder and granular forms. Our mission is to be the customer’s #1 choice for added value activated carbon solutions across energy, environmental, water, food, chemical, pharma, automotive, and other industrial markets. We offer a broad portfolio of materials, expertise, services, and technologies.

Our global presence includes manufacturing plants in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Italy, and the United States, along with a Global Business Service center in Riga.