Electrical Maintenance Technician

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Location: Gateshead, NE8
Salary: £44,116 (Including Shift Allowance) + Annual Bonus
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Continental (4-Shift) Rotation

Company Overview: An industry leader in steel plate manufacturing is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician with an electrical bias to join their dedicated team. As a key player in the steel sector, this company provides high-quality steel plates to various industries, including construction, wind energy, and heavy engineering. With a commitment to excellence and recent record-breaking achievements, this organization is focused on continuous growth and innovation.

The Role: The Maintenance Technician will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation of plant and equipment. This position is ideal for a motivated individual with strong electrical skills who is passionate about maintaining and improving industrial equipment. You will work in a dynamic team environment, adhering to strict Health & Safety protocols while contributing to ongoing efficiency improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on plant equipment, including both reactive (breakdowns) and proactive (PPM) tasks.

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults in heavy engineering machinery.

• Support the installation and commissioning of new and upgraded equipment.

• Follow all safety protocols, including lock-off procedures and other site-specific safety measures.

• Collaborate effectively with team members, lead technicians, and contractors.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and communicate any outstanding work at shift handover.

• Develop skills through training and support the growth of fellow technicians.

Requirements:

• Minimum ONC/OND/HND/HNC/NVQ III in Maintenance or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).

• Proven experience in electrical fault finding and maintenance within a heavy engineering environment.

• Expertise in maintaining and troubleshooting AC/DC motors, single and three-phase supplies.

• Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to fault diagnosis.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Willingness to work at height when required.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with a variety of motors, drives, and starters.

• Familiarity with PLCs and HMIs.

• HV switching experience with suitable qualifications.

• Knowledge of pyrometry.

• 17th Edition qualification.

• Experience with crane maintenance.

• MEWPs/Forklift certification.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.

• Annual performance bonus.

• Company pension scheme.

• Private healthcare and medical cash plan.

• Life insurance coverage.