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Maintenance Electrician

Chesterfield Permanent £19 - £19 per hour View Job Description
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.
  • The pay rate for this role is £19 per hour.
  • This is a site-based role in Chesterfield.

About Our Client

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.

Job 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.

The Successful Applicant

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.

What's on 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.
Contact
Ben Turner
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7057711
Phone number
+44 113 388 9075

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Maintenance, Reliability
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Chesterfield
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Turner
Consultant phone
+44 113 388 9075
Job reference
JN-072026-7057711