Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire

Company Overview:

This client is the UK’s leading manufacturer of bespoke steel doors, with a strong reputation built on core company values and a clear vision for the future. With a family-oriented approach to business and a focus on professional growth, the client has expanded with a new £6 million facility in Newcastle under Lyme. As part of the Novoferm and Sanwa Group, they continue to thrive with a blend of cutting-edge technology and a supportive work environment. We value our people, whether they’ve been with us for years or are new to the team.

Main Purpose of the Role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team of site maintenance engineers. The successful candidate will support the Senior Maintenance Engineer in delivering a variety of maintenance tasks with an electrical bias, focusing on ensuring the smooth operation of key electrical systems and equipment across our site.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Electrical Systems Maintenance:

• Support the maintenance and operation of electrical systems, plant, and equipment with an emphasis on the Paint System and Punch and Press Machines.
• Respond promptly to electrical faults or breakdowns, particularly on critical equipment like the Paint System and Punch and Press Machines.
• Conduct inspections on key electrical plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

2. Preventative Maintenance:

• Assist in implementing and maintaining a preventative electrical maintenance program for production equipment and general facilities electrical systems.
• Perform routine electrical maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.

3. Electrical Repairs and Installations:

• Resolve electrical emergencies and unplanned issues, ensuring timely repairs to minimize operational impact.
• Install new electrical components and ensure proper functionality after repairs, particularly for critical systems.

4. Safety and Compliance:

• Promote a safe electrical working environment by adhering to all relevant safety standards and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with both legal and company-specific electrical safety protocols.

5. Continuous Monitoring and Improvement:

• Monitor and assess the performance of electrical systems and facilities infrastructure.
• Help manage electrical maintenance costs to ensure resource efficiency.

Primary Objectives:

1. Planned Maintenance Compliance (PMC):

• Achieve a team target of 95%+ completion rate for scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.

2. Unplanned Downtime Reduction:

• Contribute to achieving a 50% reduction in unplanned downtime due to missed preventative maintenance.

3. Safety Compliance:

• Maintain zero safety incidents and 100% compliance with safety protocols during electrical maintenance tasks.

4. Compliance with Electrical Standards:

• Ensure 100% adherence to electrical standards and regulations (e.g., IEE Wiring Regulations, OSHA).

Secondary Objectives:

1. Facilities Electrical Support:

• Provide general electrical support for site facilities and troubleshoot electrical/IT-related systems as needed.
• Assist with IT infrastructure maintenance and general electrical systems.

2. Workplace Environment:

• Foster a clean, organized, and safe working environment.

3. Team Collaboration:

• Attend shift production meetings and provide electrical maintenance insights for key systems (Paint System, Punch and Press Machines, and general facilities).

4. Tool and Resource Management:

• Manage and control electrical maintenance tools, equipment, and stores, including IT-related systems and networks.

5. Health and Safety Procedures:

• Strictly adhere to Health and Safety procedures and contribute to a safety-first culture.

6. Quality Procedures:

• Promote quality procedures and continuously improve processes with a \”right first time, better every time\” mindset.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias.
• Strong proficiency with handheld power tools and technical 2D drawings.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Reliable, resilient, and attentive to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Working Hours:

• Full-time position, 40 hours per week.
• Monday to Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Flexibility required for evening call-out rota (with additional pay for call-outs).