Our client is seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance Electrician to join their team in a busy manufacturing environment. This role is vital for ensuring the continuous operation and safety of heavy-duty machinery through proactive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting.
The ideal candidate is a time-served Electrical Engineer who is comfortable working independently, particularly during night shifts where they will serve as the primary responder for plant issues.
Key Responsibilities
*Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance on motors, transformers, switchgear, breakers, and lighting systems
*Execute plant isolations and issue permits when authorised
*Conduct regular equipment inspections, calibrations, and data collection to identify potential failures early
*Adhere strictly to all safety systems and policies, including risk assessments and the permit-to-work system
*Support root cause analysis for plant issues and contribute to long-term corrective actions
*Use CMMS to generate work requests and maintain accurate equipment histories
*Coordinate with other departments to manage repairs and ensure seamless shift handovers via detailed shift reports.
Experience and Qualifications
*Electrical qualification
*Time-served Electrical Engineer / Electrician
*Minimum of 5–6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment involving heavy-duty machinery
*Knowledge of HV/LV systems, motor control circuits, automation, and instrumentation.
*Proven ability to work independently, specifically to handle the demands of a night shift rotation.
*Strong troubleshooting abilities and the capacity to interpret complex electrical and process control drawings.
*A 17th Edition Wiring Certificate is highly desirable
STEM Recruitment Solutions Ltd operates as both a Recruitment Agency and a Recruitment Business. We endeavour to reply to all applications when possible, however on occasions this may not be possible due to volumes of responses. STEM Recruitment is a Scientific, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment business supplying talented staff to permanent and temporary opportunities.