Multiskilled Maintenance Technician

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Electrical Maintenance (60%)

• Have a working knowledge and understanding of all electrical and electronic equipment on site including any future equipment when required.
• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on electrical systems including motors, controls, PLC‑driven equipment, HMI displays, CNC machinery, drives, sensors, instrumentation Robotics and integrated hydraulic/servo systems.
• Conduct preventive and predictive electrical maintenance, ensuring equipment reliability and compliance with safety standards.
• Installation and maintenance of all Site electrical equipment to comply with the requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the IEE Wiring Regulations 18th Edition.
• Assignment and completion of planned maintenance and routine testing work for safety devices.
• Diagnose electrical faults, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, and wiring drawings.
• Support installation, testing, and commissioning of new electrical equipment or upgrades.

Mechanical Maintenance (40%)

• Carry out mechanical maintenance on equipment including pumps, gearboxes, bearings, valves, conveyors, pneumatic/hydraulic valves and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform routine lubrication, alignment, adjustment, and replacement of mechanical components.
• Assist with dismantling and rebuilding machinery for planned overhauls or improvement projects.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Support optimisation of mechanical performance through reliability improvements and continuous improvement activities.
• Be a part of ad hoc projects, including administrative procedures as may be required from time to time.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with the company’s procedures and safe working practices.
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and safely to minimise downtime.
• Work cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and production teams to solve equipment issues.
• Support cross functional training in the maintenance department.
• Participate in risk assessments, safe systems of work, and permit-to-work processes.
• Contribute to stock management of critical spares and maintenance consumables.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen events, 5S, lean practices, reliability improvements, etc.).
• Ensure all maintenance tasks meet internal & statutory standards / requirements.
• Ensure contractor compliance with site H&S regulations.
• To ensure that all periodic inspections & testing, statutory or otherwise, are carried out and documented.
• Provide advice and electrical expertise to support business decisions.
• Complete accident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of a Total Productive Maintenance system.
• Keeping records and maintaining safely any logbooks and data relating to plant and equipment.
• To carry out minor site repairs to buildings and infrastructure.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• NVQ Level 3 / ONC / HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
• Certificates in BS 7671 18th edition wirings regs, C&G 2391 inspection & testing.
• Strong competency in electrical fault finding, testing, and maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, rotating equipment, and general mechanical practices.
• Experience with PLC-controlled machinery (diagnostics preferred).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced plant environment.
• Strong safety mindset and knowledge of electrical and mechanical safety standards.
• Time served Electrician with hands on ability supported by excellent mechanical skills
• Working knowledge of Total Preventive Maintenance.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Good communication and team skills
• Good levels of attention to detail
• Flexibility around working hours to meet business needs, willing to work regular overtime as required
• A ‘can-do’ positive attitude always.
• Team player with initiative, drive and enthusiasm.
• Must be adaptable and flexible towards working duties and have the ability to work on own initiative