At a Glance
- Tasks: Support maintenance and reliability of plant equipment in a busy recycling operation.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Kickstart your engineering career while making a positive impact on the environment.
- Qualifications: Apprentice trained or qualified in Electrical Engineering with hands-on experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
Job Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Electrical Maintenance Technician - Location: South Yorkshire.
Hours: Monday to Friday (Days Only).
Salary: c£45K.
Sector: Recycling & Sustainability.
We are recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join a busy, high-volume recycling operation in South Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior or developing engineer looking to build their career within a supportive industrial environment. Working as part of the site engineering team, you will support the maintenance and reliability of plant equipment across the facility, carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance activities.
Key responsibilities:
- Electrical fault finding and repairs on plant equipment
- Supporting planned preventative maintenance activities
- Assisting with breakdown response and reducing downtime
- Working on motors, conveyors, rollers, gearboxes and associated machinery
- Supporting continuous improvement and project work when required
- Maintaining high health & safety standards across site
- Accurately updating maintenance records and CMMS systems
This role would suit someone with previous industrial maintenance experience who is looking to continue developing their engineering skills within a fast-paced environment.
About you:
- Apprentice trained or qualified in Electrical Engineering or Maintenance Engineering
- Previous experience within manufacturing, recycling, waste, process or heavy industry environments beneficial
- Basic electrical fault finding and maintenance experience
- Familiar with industrial plant equipment and machinery
- Comfortable working in a practical, hands‑on environment
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
- Basic mechanical understanding would be advantageous
The site operates continuously, so flexibility and a team-focused approach are important.
About Us:
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
For more information on this vacancy, please contact us on 07856 919293.
Maintenance Technician in Sheffield employer: Nicholas Associates Group
Join a dynamic and supportive team as a Maintenance Technician in Sheffield, where your career can flourish within the thriving recycling and sustainability sector. We offer a competitive salary, a positive work culture that prioritises employee development, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. With opportunities for hands-on experience and continuous improvement projects, this role is perfect for those looking to enhance their engineering skills in a fast-paced environment.
