At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in hands-on electrical maintenance and installation in a dynamic heavy engineering environment.
- Company: Join a thriving company focused on excellence in electrical engineering.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, bonuses, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting career progression and access to industry-leading tools.
- Why this job: Perfect for those who love solving complex electrical problems and want to grow their skills.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or higher, with strong fault-finding abilities.
The predicted salary is between 48000 - 70000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Hands on Electrical Supervisor to manage a team of 6. You will work purely on the day shift, while your team covers 3 rolling shifts, handling all maintenance and installation work in an industrial heavy engineering environment. You will probably spend 60% of your time in the office and 40% hands-on helping the team. The team role is as below, however, you would need to be confident to roll your sleeves up to do the same in addition to overseeing and managing the Maintenance and Installation teams.
Are you a skilled Maintenance Electrician looking for a role that offers variety, growth, and opportunities to work in a dynamic heavy industry environment? Join our team and become part of a workforce that thrives on delivering excellence in every task, from electrical installations and panel modifications to fault finding and repairs. This is a hands-on position working across various electrical systems including overhead cranes, motors, 230V, and 400V circuits. You will play a crucial role in keeping our operation running smoothly by diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving electrical issues quickly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:- Electrical installation and modification work.
- Fault finding and repairs on electrical panels.
- Troubleshooting and working on 400V AC and 24V DC control systems.
- Diagnosing and repairing 400V motors.
- Working with overhead cranes and handling motor replacements.
- Reading and interpreting electrical drawings.
- Ensuring all work is completed to the highest safety standards.
- Competitive salary range: £48,000 - £70,000 per year.
- Pension, bonus, and overtime opportunities.
- Excellent career progression with upskilling opportunities.
- Comprehensive training programs: Working at Heights, IPAF, HV Switching, and more.
- Access to industry-leading tools and equipment.
- Must have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or higher.
- Ideally have completed a full electrical apprenticeship.
- Proficient in reading electrical drawings.
- Strong ability to fault find on 400V AC systems and 24V DC controls.
- Experience with 400V motors.
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) fault finding and programming.
- PLC fault finding and diagnostics.
- HV switching certification.
This role is perfect for a self-motivated individual who is eager to develop their skillset and advance within the heavy industry sector. If you thrive on solving complex electrical problems and enjoy the variety that comes with working on a wide range of electrical systems, this is the opportunity for you.
Please forward your CV for more information or a confidential chat.
Electrical Maintenance Team Leader employer: Dorchester Search and Selection
Join a dynamic and supportive team in the ST5 Newcastle-Under-Lyme area, where we prioritise employee growth and development within a secure manufacturing environment. Our rolling shift pattern allows for a balanced work-life schedule, while our commitment to health and safety ensures a safe workplace. With opportunities to operate various machines and collaborate with a dedicated team, this role offers a rewarding career path in a thriving company.
Contact Details:
Dorchester Search and Selection Recruitment Team
