Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team and ensure the seamless operation of our electrical systems working within a Steel Galvanizing Company . In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical equipment and infrastructure across our facilities. Your expertise will help optimize system performance, enhance safety standards, and support continuous operational excellence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your technical skills in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the reliability and efficiency of our operations. Reporting directly to our Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot electrical systems throughout the galvanizing facility.
• Ensure preventative and planned maintenance schedules are completed on time.
• Diagnose electrical faults on production equipment and implement effective corrective actions.
• Maintain transformers, switchgear, motors, drives, control panels, and power distribution systems.
• Support plant shutdown activities and major maintenance projects.

Production Support

• Provide electrical engineering support to galvanizing lines, cranes, furnaces, pumps, conveyors, and associated equipment.
• Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase plant efficiency and reliability.

Controls & Automation

• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Assist with programming modifications and system upgrades.
• Support automation projects to improve process control and operational performance.
• Ensure backup and recovery procedures are maintained for all control systems.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure all electrical work complies with current electrical regulations and company safety procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Participate in safety audits and investigations.
• Promote a strong safety culture throughout the plant.
• Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout and isolation procedures.

Project Work

• Specify electrical equipment and contractor requirements.
• Manage electrical installation and commissioning activities.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and maintenance documentation.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption and operating costs.
• Analyse equipment failures and implement root cause corrective actions.
• Develop maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability.
• Assist with training maintenance and production personnel on electrical systems.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Electrical downtime reduction.
• Preventative maintenance completion rate.
• Health and safety compliance.
• Equipment reliability and uptime.
• Energy efficiency improvements.
• Successful completion of engineering projects.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience working within a heavy industrial, manufacturing, steel, or galvanizing environment.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of PLCs, variable speed drives, motors, sensors, and industrial control systems.
• Understanding of electrical regulations and safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

Desirable

• Experience within steel processing, galvanizing, or metal coating operations.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, or similar electrical qualifications.
• Project management experience.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production demands.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Organised and methodical approach to work.
• Proactive attitude towards continuous improvement and safety.
• Flexible approach to support operational requirements.

Working Conditions

• Based within a heavy industrial steel galvanizing environment.
• May involve working at height, confined spaces, and exposure to heat and industrial processes.
• Participation in call-out and out-of-hours support rota may be required.
• Appropriate PPE must be worn at all times.

Pay: £40,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person