Job Description
Job Title: Shift Maintenance Electrician\nLocation: Gateshead\nSalary: £46,405.13 (inclusive of 20% shift allowance)\nHours of Work: Rotating shift pattern between 05:30–17:30 and 17:30–05:30 (averaging 39 hours per week over the year)*\nBenefits\n• Service Bonus: 2% annual lump sum (December), increasing to 4% after 10 years and 5% after 20 years\n• Pension: 4–6% matched contribution (salary sacrifice)\n• Bonus Plan: Up to 5% of salary based on business performance\n• Holidays: Included within shift pattern\n• Healthcare: Onsite gym; corporate Health Cash Plan (contributions by employee for discounted dental, optical etc.)\n• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work scheme, discount vouchers, salary-sacrifice electric vehicle via Tusker\nJob Purpose\nTo ensure plant and production equipment are safe, reliable, and available for use through effective shift-based electrical maintenance. This includes responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned and preventative maintenance, and supporting other departments as needed to maintain smooth production operations.\nKey Responsibilities\nMaintenance & Troubleshooting\n * Respond quickly and effectively to machinery and equipment breakdowns\n * Conduct electrical maintenance on plant systems and process equipment\n * Identify electrical faults and complete repairs\n * Troubleshoot electrical issu...