Shift Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Role

Shift Electrical Maintenance Engineer at British Gypsum

Location

Robertsbridge, East Sussex, United Kingdom

Overview

British Gypsum is one of 30 Saint‑Gobain brands and a market‑leading manufacturer of gypsum‑based building materials. We are increasing plant capacity at the Robertsbridge site, creating an opportunity for a self‑motivated electrical craftsman to join a highly skilled team. The role involves delivering preventative scheduled maintenance, reactive repairs, and supporting ongoing improvement of plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work within a professional maintenance programme to maximise plant reliability.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and operations personnel.
• Provide engineering support to the shift Autonomous Maintenance team.
• React to plant breakdowns—fault finding, timely repair, reporting of data, and root‑cause analysis.
• Actively participate in a continuous‑improvement culture, driving towards World Class Manufacturing standards.

Qualifications

• Experience of safely maintaining a medium to heavy process in a continuous manufacturing environment.
• Ideally apprentice‑trained with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering and IEE Wiring Regulations – 18th Edition.
• Experience in electrical controls an advantage (e.g. AC & DC drives, PLCs, relay logic, inverters, PID loops, industrial distribution systems).
• Computer literacy – Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of continuous‑improvement tools.
• Organised, planned, and positively focused in day‑to‑day activities.
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and principles and be aware of electrical health and safety issues.
• Maintain high standards of work while following identified standards and procedures.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave.
• Pension plan.
• Life assurance.
• Share scheme.
• Healthcare options.

Working Hours

12‑hour 5‑crew shift pattern, including days, nights, and weekends.

Employment Type

Part‑time (as indicated in the job metadata).

Seniority Level

Entry level.

Inclusive Employer Statement

Saint‑Gobain is an inclusive employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering a diverse workplace that supports innovation and decision‑making. Let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

Work Flexibility

We understand that work varies for each individual. We discuss needs such as flexible hours, part‑time work, job‑sharing, or other arrangements, and will do our best to accommodate them.

Next Steps

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and get to know you better.