Shift Maintenance Electrician: PLC & Inverter Expert

Theo James Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing operation in Gateshead is seeking a Shift Maintenance Electrician to ensure the safety and reliability of plant equipment. The successful candidate will work rotating shifts and be responsible for responding to breakdowns, conducting electrical maintenance, and supporting production operations. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career growth within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Service Bonus: 2-5% annual lump sum

Pension: 4-6% matched contribution

Bonus Plan: Up to 5% based on performance

Healthcare: Onsite gym and Health Cash Plan

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme, vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts effectively.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure plant equipment is safe and available for use.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns.
• Conduct electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance.
• Support other departments to maintain production operations.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

PLC programming (Allen Bradley)

Safety compliance

Job description

A leading manufacturing operation in Gateshead is seeking a Shift Maintenance Electrician to ensure the safety and reliability of plant equipment. The successful candidate will work rotating shifts and be responsible for responding to breakdowns, conducting electrical maintenance, and supporting production operations. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career growth within a dynamic environment.