Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Electrical Maintenance Engineer sought by is sought for a recycling facility in Runcorn, Cheshire.  This subsidiary of an international, £multibillion turnover polymer manufacturer is focused on growing the circular economy and they see innovation within PVC recycling as pivotal to their global sustainability strategy.
 
The Role:
As Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation equipment in compliance with industry regulations, Health & Safety standards, and company procedures.
 
Your key duties will include:

• Installation & Maintenance: Install, calibrate, and maintain electrical and instrumentation systems, including motors, sensors, actuators, PLCs, and control panels
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation faults on a variety of systems
• Maximise OEE: Carry out TPM tasks to ensure maximum OEE is achieved
• Testing & Calibration: Perform routine testing, calibration, and validation of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance system reliability and efficiency
• Documentation: Accurately maintain records of all electrical and instrumentation work, including maintenance logs, calibration reports, work orders and spare part stores management
• Compliance: Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, including the Electricity at Work Regulations, IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671), and company policies
• Health & Safety: Follow strict health & safety guidelines, conducting risk assessments and ensuring compliance with safe work practices
• Liaison: Work closely with engineers, production teams, and external contractors to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Carry out mechanical tasks as part of a multifunctional team

 
This role will work a shift pattern of 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm. The pattern will change on a weekly basis.
 
The successful Electrical Maintenance Engineer will demonstrate:

• Demonstrable experience in an electrical and instrumentation role, across multiple sectors including manufacturing, industrial, energy, or related industries
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, control systems, and instrumentation technologies
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent
• City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent
• 18th Edition
• Must be a time served/qualified electrician with experience
• Must have mechanical ability but bias toward electrical discipline
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with electrical drawings and schematics

 
Desirable skills & experience:

• Instrumentation certification
• COMPEX certification
• Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation
• Experience working in hazardous environments (ATEX) is desirable
• Familiarity with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) is desirable

 
Benefits Package:

• £35,000 - £50,000 depending on skills & experience
• Hours of work: weekly rotating shift pattern 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm
• 32 days holiday including bank holidays, rising to 33 after 2 years’ service
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Employee benefits platform- Employee Assistance Programme 
• Health and Wellbeing committee, MHFA.  
• Sick pay 
• Occupational health 
• Health cash plans 
• Pension scheme 4% in 4% employer
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Enhanced maternity/paternity after 2 years’ service  
• Access to external training and supported education

 
Electrical Maintenance Engineer – rotating weekly shifts
 
Runcorn, Cheshire
 
£35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience + benefits
 
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