Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Sheffield
Pay Range/details: Competitive Salary
Contract Type: Permanent
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our client based in Sheffield. This is a hands-on Electrical Engineer position working a rotating shift pattern by providing engineering support to achieve high levels of plant availability and performance across the Meadowhall, River Don and Provincial Park sites.
Key Responsibilities – Electrical Maintenance Engineer
- Rectify all engineering breakdowns as quickly as possible to minimise downtime
- Support the introduction and delivery of PPM TPM and Continuous Improvement initiatives across all sites
- Act with delegated authority of the Engineering Team Leader in their absence and make sound engineering decisions when required
- Maintain the highest standards of housekeeping and embrace the 5S programme daily
- Enforce and adhere to the highest standards of Health and Safety at all times
- Complete all work recording systems accurately with relevant information
- Carry out thorough shift change and handover procedures with oncoming personnel
- Support the Site Engineering Manager in reducing machine downtime through autonomous maintenance programmes
- Complete all plant PPM schedules on time and support site-wide TPM programmes
- Work effectively as part of a multi-skilled Mechanical and Electrical team
- Liaise with contractors and carry out cost-effective maintenance and repairs
- Perform any other ad-hoc duties as required
Qualifications & Requirements – Electrical Maintenance Engineer
- Good academic qualifications i.e. HNC / ONC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Apprentice trained – 17th Edition Trained (Minimum) with 18th Edition Training advantageous
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in an Engineering or Maintenance function
- Strong PLC knowledge and fault-finding skills
- Experience in a hot working environment such as steel forging rolling or foundry would be advantageous
- HV Switching qualification and authorisation would be advantageous
- Team working skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Logical analytical approach with a can-do self-motivated attitude
- Flexible with strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset
What we can offer – Electrical Engineer
- Average 42 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern (3 on 4 off / 4 on 3 off)
- Opportunity to work across multiple sites with variety in your role
- Hands-on involvement in Continuous Improvement and major maintenance projects
- The chance to take on responsibility and act as deputy for the Engineering Team Leader
For more information on this role, please contact Charlie on 01453 852544 or send a copy of your CV to charlie.boulton@omegaresource.co.uk
Candidates who are currently an Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Shift Engineer, Multi-Skilled Engineer or Senior Electrical Technician may be suitable for this position.
For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk
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