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Electrical Maintenance Technician - Days

Hartlepool Permanent £35,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
We're recruiting an Electrical Maintenance Technician to carry out fault diagnosis, maintenance, testing and installation across a wide range of electrical plant and systems. This is a hands-on role in a safety-critical, hazardous environment requiring strong technical capability, compliance with Permit to Work systems, and high standards of electrical safety.
  • The salary for this role is £35k - £45k.
  • This is a full-time, days-based role in Hartlepool.

About Our Client

Our client is a complex, process-driven manufacturing business operating highly regulated electrical infrastructure across site. They champion a safety-first culture and invest in reliable plant performance, continuous improvement, and robust engineering standards.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

  • Diagnose and repair electrical and electromechanical faults on complex plant and equipment
  • Install, maintain, test and overhaul electrical systems including LV power distribution, motors, transformers, switchgear and circuit protection devices
  • Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown support
  • Work strictly within site Permit to Work (PTW) and Safety Management System (SMS) frameworks
  • Interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, specifications and technical manuals
  • Ensure accurate completion and updates of 'as-built' drawings where required
  • Identify improvement opportunities and raise modification requests to enhance plant safety and efficiency
  • Select and use appropriate tools and equipment in line with training and procedures
  • Maintain accountability for tools, equipment and work standards
  • Support digital maintenance systems (e.g. CMMS) for reporting and communication
  • Work on safety-critical systems including fire & gas detection and emergency shutdown systems
  • Ensure correct preparation and reinstatement of work areas at all times

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate:

  • Completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship (ECITB or equivalent) or holds an HNC/D with relevant experience
  • CompEx certification (Ex01-04) with strong understanding of hazardous area working
  • LV Authorised with knowledge of current IET Regulations (BS7671 / Electricity at Work Regulations)
  • Experience with LV/HV switching and isolation procedures, with HV Authorisation desirable
  • Trained in relay protection systems and electrical protection methods
  • Strong hands-on experience fault finding across industrial electrical systems
  • Experience working within PTW and SMS environments
  • Knowledge of fire & gas detection systems and emergency shutdown (ESD) systems
  • Confident interpreting technical drawings and electrical schematics
  • Food or process manufacturing experience advantageous
  • Strong attention to detail with a proactive, safety-led mindset

What's on Offer

What's on offer:

  • Salary from £35,000 to £45,000
  • Opportunity to work on complex, high-integrity electrical plant in a regulated environment
  • Exposure to hazardous area systems and advanced electrical infrastructure
  • Structured engineering environment with clear processes and safety systems
  • Long-term career stability within an established and well-invested site
Contact
Ben Turner
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7020238
Phone number
+44 113 388 9075

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Maintenance, Reliability
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Hartlepool
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Turner
Consultant phone
+44 113 388 9075
Job reference
JN-052026-7020238