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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

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.

Working Hours:
Full-time, Monday to Friday (On-call rota included)

Job Description:

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