Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer – North West of England ! Chemicals! Duration: Permanent Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer to support the Maintenance Manager in ensuring the effective and reliable running of production. This is a permanent position and is ideal for an experienced electrical maintenance professional who is confident leading technicians, diagnosing equipment issues and supporting maintenance and improvement projects. The Role As a Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will support the Maintenance Manager in leading the maintenance team and ensuring equipment is maintained safely, effectively and reliably. You will be involved in: * Leading and supervising electrical maintenance technicians on a day-to-day basis * Supporting the Maintenance Manager and deputising when required * Monitoring equipment condition and identifying potential issues and risks * Planning and prioritising preventative and corrective maintenance activities * Ensuring the CMMS is effectively used and maintenance records are accurately maintained * Diagnosing electrical and equipment faults and supporting technical investigations * Identifying replacement parts and arranging procurement through approved channels * Managing changes where replacement equipment is not like-for-like * Supporting maintenance and engineering projects from concept through to delivery * Ensuring equipment overhauls and return-to-service timelines are clearly communicated * Ensuring all maintenance activities are completed safely and to the required standards * Auditing task completion and addressing any areas where standards fall below expectations * Using maintenance data to support decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement * Working closely with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment and production issues * Supporting the training and development of maintenance team members Requirements To be successful, you should have experience with: * Electrical maintenance within a manufacturing environment * Leading or supervising maintenance technicians * Electrical fault finding and technical problem-solving * Preventative and reactive maintenance * CMMS / maintenance management systems * Working within a highly regulated environment * Supporting engineering or maintenance projects * Identifying equipment risks and maintenance requirements * Strong health and safety awareness Qualifications & Experience * Proven experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment * Apprenticeship or recognised technical training in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering * 18th Edition qualification * COMPEX qualification * A BEng (Hons) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering is desirable * Experience working within highly regulated environments
Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Wigan employer: Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd
As a leading chemicals manufacturer in North Wales, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety, innovation, and employee development. Our commitment to continuous improvement not only enhances operational excellence but also provides our employees with ample opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the industry. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and invests in your future while working in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to asset integrity and compliance.
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