Maintenance Electrician

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Electrician to join a well-established manufacturing business in Chesterfield, ensuring the reliability and performance of a busy production facility. This role is responsible for carrying out planned and reactive electrical maintenance, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

Client Details

Our client is a long-standing and highly respected UK manufacturing organisation with a reputation for quality, innovation, and engineering excellence. They invest heavily in their people, equipment, and processes, providing a stable and supportive environment where employees can develop their skills and build long-term careers.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a range of production machinery and site equipment.
• Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns and fault-finding activities to minimise production downtime.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, control, and automation systems.
• Support continuous improvement projects aimed at increasing equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and in line with company procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Assist with machinery installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.

Profile

The Successful Candidate

• Qualified electrician with relevant electrical engineering qualifications.
• Previous experience working within a manufacturing, heavy engineering, or industrial environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on electrical systems.
• Knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation would be advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Strong awareness of health and safety best practices within an industrial setting.

Job Offer

What''s on Offer:

• Pay rate of -19ph.
• Stable employment with a successful and growing manufacturing business.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide range of equipment and engineering projects.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression.
• Pension scheme and additional employee benefits.