Electrical Maintenance Technician - Shift

Zenith are working with our client who are looking to recruit a time-served Electrical Biased Maintenance Technician on a permanent basis. You will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and safety of high‑volume manufacturing equipment. Working as part of a fast‑paced shift team, you will diagnose faults, carry out planned and reactive maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives to maximise equipment uptime and production efficiency. * Perform electrical maintenance on automated production machinery, robotics, conveyors, and high‑speed manufacturing equipment. * Diagnose and repair electrical faults, including PLC‑related issues, sensors, drives, motors, and control panels. * Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime and extend equipment life. * Respond quickly to breakdowns, ensuring safe and effective resolution to restore production. * Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures. * Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities. * Work closely with production teams to optimise machine performance and identify improvement opportunities. * Ensure all work complies with electrical safety standards, site procedures, and regulatory requirements. * Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and documentation. * Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S and Lean. * Work effectively within a multi‑skilled engineering team across shifts. * Communicate clearly with supervisors, production staff, and engineering colleagues regarding equipment status and maintenance priorities. * Support training and knowledge‑sharing across the team. Skills & Experience Required * Time‑served Electrical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, City & Guilds). * Strong experience in electrical maintenance within a high‑volume or automated manufacturing environment. * Competence in fault‑finding on PLC‑controlled systems (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, Mitsubishi, etc.). * Solid understanding of electrical schematics, control circuits, and industrial automation. * Experience with AC/DC drives, sensors, motors, and safety circuits. The Person we are looking for:- * Ability to work independently on shift and make sound technical decisions under pressure. * Proactive, hands‑on problem solver with strong attention to detail. * Calm under pressure with a focus on safety and quality. * Strong communication and teamwork skills. * Driven to improve processes, reduce downtime, and support operational excellence. * Competitive salary with shift allowance. * Opportunities for training, development, and career progression. * A fast‑paced manufacturing environment with advanced automation. If you are a time-served Electrical Biased Maintenance Technician and would like to be considered for this vacancy, please apply now