Maintenance Electrician - DAYS
19 days ago
Sheffield
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join a busy manufacturing operation, ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of production machinery and site electrical systems. This hands-on role involves fault finding, preventative maintenance, installations, and repairs to maximise uptime and support efficient factory operations. \n Client Details \n Our client is a well-established British manufacturer with a reputation for quality, precision, and engineering excellence. They offer a stable and supportive working environment, investing in both their facilities and employees to drive continuous improvement and long-term success. \n Description \n Key Responsibilities: \n \n\n • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and industrial machinery across the site.\n, • Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.\n, • Diagnose and rectify electrical faults on production equipment and factory systems.\n, • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.\n, • Support the maintenance and repair of motors, conveyors, control panels, and associated electrical equipment.\n, • Assist with equipment upgrades, modifications, and new machinery installations.\n, • Ensure all electrical work complies with current regulations, codes, and safety standards.\n, • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.\n, • Work collaboratively with engineering and production teams to improve operational performance.\n, • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability and efficiency.\n, • Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental procedures.\n, • Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by management.\n\n Profile \n The Successful Candidate: \n \n\n • Qualified electrician with relevant electrical engineering qualifications or apprenticeship training.\n, • Previous experience working as a Maintenance Electrician within a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.\n, • Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.\n, • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.\n, • Experience maintaining industrial machinery and production equipment.\n, • Knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment would be advantageous but is not essential.\n, • Proactive and methodical approach to maintenance activities.\n, • Strong understanding of health and safety requirements within an engineering environment.\n, • Excellent team-working and communication skills.\n\n Job Offer \n What's on Offer \n \n\n • Salary dependent on experience.\n, • Secure position within a successful and established manufacturing business.\n, • Ongoing training and development opportunities.\n, • Exposure to a diverse range of machinery and electrical systems.\n, • Supportive engineering team and collaborative working culture.\n, • Opportunities to be involved in continuous improvement and site investment projects.\n, • Pension scheme and additional employee benefits.\n, • Long-term career stability and progression opportunities.\n