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 Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Electrical)
Location: Durham, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Benefits:
- Career development in a globally recognised manufacturing organisation
- Ongoing technical training and upskilling opportunities
- Participation in plant improvement projects and continuous improvement culture
- Involvement in a supportive and safety-focused team
- Access to company pension and wellness initiatives
Working Hours:
Full-time, Monday to Friday (On-call rota included)
As a Maintenance Technician (Electrical), you’ll be:
Responsible for supporting plant operations by performing preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on a wide range of industrial equipment.
This hands-on role plays a vital part in ensuring safe, efficient, and uninterrupted manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance in line with the PPM schedule
- Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults on production equipment
- Work with the CMMS system to log maintenance tasks and improve plant OEE
- Support out-of-hours maintenance via an on-call rotation
- Participate in engineering projects and plant improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with ISO9001, ISO13485, and ISO14001 standards
- Maintain and assess critical spares inventory
- Collaborate with external engineering services when needed
- Raise purchase requisitions using SAP
- Adhere to health and safety practices, including permit to work systems
Skills & Experience:
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a plant electrician in a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of PLC control systems, VSDs, conveyor systems, and thermal equipment
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (City & Guilds 2382)
- Familiar with GMP requirements and ISO standards
- Ability to read and interpret technical and electrical drawings
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and CMMS platforms
- Comfortable working in an on-call system
Why Should You Apply?
- Be part of a forward-thinking, global manufacturing business
- Develop your skills in a diverse and technically challenging environment
- Work on impactful improvement projects with long-term value
- Enjoy a stable role with a strong focus on health, safety, and employee wellbeing
- Excellent opportunity for career progression and personal development
The Company:
Join a highly respected global manufacturing company known for innovation and quality. This organisation operates at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing and places a strong emphasis on employee development and environmental responsibility. With a collaborative culture and a focus on continuous improvement, it’s an excellent environment for engineers looking to make a tangible impact.
