Electrical Maintenance Engineer sought by is sought for a recycling facility in Runcorn, Cheshire. This subsidiary of an international, £multibillion turnover polymer manufacturer is focused on growing the circular economy and they see innovation within PVC recycling as pivotal to their global sustainability strategy.
The Role:
As Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical and instrumentation equipment in compliance with industry regulations, Health & Safety standards, and company procedures.
Your key duties will include:
Installation & Maintenance: Install, calibrate, and maintain electrical and instrumentation systems, including motors, sensors, actuators, PLCs, and control panels
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation faults on a variety of systems
Maximise OEE: Carry out TPM tasks to ensure maximum OEE is achieved
Testing & Calibration: Perform routine testing, calibration, and validation of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance
Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance system reliability and efficiency
Documentation: Accurately maintain records of all electrical and instrumentation work, including maintenance logs, calibration reports, work orders and spare part stores management
Compliance: Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, including the Electricity at Work Regulations, IEE Wiring Regulations (BS7671), and company policies
Health & Safety: Follow strict health & safety guidelines, conducting risk assessments and ensuring compliance with safe work practices
Liaison: Work closely with engineers, production teams, and external contractors to ensure timely resolution of issues.
Carry out mechanical tasks as part of a multifunctional team
This role will work a shift pattern of 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm. The pattern will change on a weekly basis.
The successful Electrical Maintenance Engineer will demonstrate:
Demonstrable experience in an electrical and instrumentation role, across multiple sectors including manufacturing, industrial, energy, or related industries
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, control systems, and instrumentation technologies
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent
City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent
18th Edition
Must be a time served/qualified electrician with experience
Must have mechanical ability but bias toward electrical discipline
Excellent communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills
Ability to work independently and within a team
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with electrical drawings and schematics
Desirable skills & experience:
Instrumentation certification
COMPEX certification
Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation
Experience working in hazardous environments (ATEX) is desirable
Familiarity with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) is desirable
Benefits Package:
£35,000 - £50,000 depending on skills & experience
Hours of work: weekly rotating shift pattern 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm
32 days holiday including bank holidays, rising to 33 after 2 years’ service
Holiday buy/sell scheme
Employee benefits platform- Employee Assistance Programme
Health and Wellbeing committee, MHFA.
Sick pay
Occupational health
Health cash plans
Pension scheme 4% in 4% employer
Cycle to work scheme
Enhanced maternity/paternity after 2 years’ service
Access to external training and supported education
Electrical Maintenance Engineer – rotating weekly shifts
Runcorn, Cheshire
£35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience + benefits
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