At a Glance
- Tasks: Support electrical systems in a modern manufacturing facility and maintain production equipment.
- Company: Join a leading manufacturer in the automotive sector with a dynamic engineering team.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, private healthcare, gym access, and a competitive salary package.
- Other info: Participate in a 1 in 9 on-call rota for additional earnings and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-volume production environment while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience with strong electrical safety knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 37500 - 45000 £ per year.
The Electrical Maintenance Technician / Electrical Engineer position in Newport involves supporting electrical systems within a modern manufacturing facility. This full-time, permanent role operates Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, and includes an on-call rota of one week in nine. The salary package totals between £44,000 and £51,500, which incorporates a £6,500 annual allowance.
Responsibilities include:
- Working within a multi-disciplined team to maintain production equipment
- Fault-finding and performing scheduled maintenance
Benefits comprise:
- 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
- Option to buy additional holiday
- Pension: 5% employee / 10% employer
- Private healthcare (BUPA)
- On-site gym
- Electric bike scheme
- Additional £6,500 per year on-call allowance
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and support electrical equipment across the site
- Fault find and repair breakdowns in collaboration with other disciplines
- Carry out Root Cause Analysis and support equipment reliability improvements
- Specify and order electrical equipment and consumables
- Support continuous improvement, cost-down and productivity initiatives
- Prepare basic design, test and maintenance documentation
- Liaise with suppliers and manage contractors on site when required
- Participate in a 1 in 9 on-call rota, providing out-of-hours support when required
What we are looking for:
- HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Strong electrical safety knowledge (PTW, Risk Assessments, Management of Change)
- PLC fault finding and programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
- Experience with AC & DC drives
- Ability to read electrical drawings and P&IDs
- SAP Plant Maintenance experience desirable
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
- Willingness to participate in a 1 in 9 on-call rota
Electrical Maintenance Technician / Electrical Engineer in Newport employer: JAM Recruitment Ltd
At JAM Recruitment Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the growth and development of our team members. Located in Birmingham, we offer a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation, alongside competitive salaries and hybrid working options. With a strong focus on career progression, our employees are empowered to take on leadership roles and make a meaningful impact in the field of personal injury law.
