Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor
Trafford Park, Manchester
50 - 67k Base salary plus 5% bonus
Mon - Thursday 07:30 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 14:00 (some flexibility with start times)
The Opportunity
We're recruiting for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation leader to join a leading, state of the art paper manufacturing business in Trafford Park. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical expertise with team management. You will oversee all site electrical, control, and instrumentation systems - ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations while supporting new and ongoing projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the safe execution of reactive and proactive maintenance across electrical and instrumentation systems.
Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Planning teams to maximise operational efficiency.
Manage on-site contractor support
Lead health & safety initiatives, risk assessments, and contribute to site-wide safety improvements.
Champion continuous improvement, ensuring KPIs and PPM schedules are met through the site CMMS.
Have thorough knowledge of E&I maintenance practices including Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems,
Lead and execute E&I maintenance services on site.
Monitor, Deliver and Maintain E&I standards on site.
Lead detailed studies of E&I breakdowns and repeated failures, determining corrective actions and identifying improvement opportunities using RCA techniques.
Provide Mentorship, training and guidance to E&I technicians.
Own and Maintain the E&I training Matrix.
Use and develop the site CMMS.
About You
Time served Electrical Engineer from an industrial, process, paper, chemicals, power generation or similar industry.
HNC or above in an Electrical, Instrumentation or Automation specialism.
Strong knowledge of EC&I systems.
Strong leadership & decision making skills/ experience.
Excellent organisational, planning, and communication abilities.
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