We are seeking a skilled Electrician/Technician (JIB ECS & IET Gold Card) to carry out hands-on preventative maintenance, electrical installations, and fault finding. Experience with PLCs, HV switchgear, electrical isolation, or permitting is advantageous - but not essential. Full training will be provided.
Technical Responsibilities
* Provide expertise on EC&I systems, ensuring plant safety and system availability.
* Collaborate with mechanical and operations teams for maintenance planning.
* Support and manage projects to ensure high quality, cost-effectiveness, and service.
* Develop and manage the CMMS system for maintenance and operation.
* Participate in a 24/7 call-out rota.
* Manage EC&I contract requirements and day-to-day contractors.
* Oversee plant monitoring and machine protection systems.
* Diagnose and rectify faults in EC&I systems.
* Conduct minor installation and phased replacement work.
* Maintain and update plant control systems.
* Plan and deliver complex outages.
* Procure materials and equipment within budget guidelines.
* Manage inventory of critical spares.
* Explore energy-saving opportunities to support net-zero goals.
* Support the objectives of the electrical department and overall business goals.
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation (BS7671 & BS6626).
Health & Safety Responsibilities
* Ensure personal and team safety.
* Report all accidents, near misses, and incidents.
* Maintain electrical workshop and equipment.
* Produce risk assessments and method statements.
* Shut down processes when risks to people, environment, or plant arise.
* Adjust plant parameters to maintain quality and performance.
Education & Qualifications
* Qualified Electrician/Technician (JIB ECS & IET Gold Card or higher).
* PLCs, HV switchgear, electrical isolation, and permitting - preferred not essential training given
* Strong understanding of plant processes, utilities, and safety regulations.
* Experience with electrical power distribution (110V-11kV).
* Control systems (PLCs, relays, industrial communication networks).
Location Purfleet
Salary £50,000 Plus local Productivity bonus
Hours 40
* Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
* Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
* Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
* Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
* Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)