The NSG Group is a global leader in glass manufacturing in three business areas: Architectural, Automotive and Creative Technology. Our mission is to be the global leader in innovative high-performance glass and glazing solutions, working safely and ethically with a vision of Changing our Surroundings, Improving our World. In the UK we manufacture and distribute float, rolled and coated glass under the Pilkington brand name. THE ROLE A 12-month opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Engineering Technician based at Greengate, St Helens, working from 7:48-16:00 on Monday to Friday. The successful applicant will report to the relevant Engineering Team Leader and will be responsible for all aspects of the maintenance on the Greengate Float Line, and all associated plant, buildings, services and vehicles. The duties include, but are not limited to: Planned preventative maintenance on a variety of automated machinery including conveyors, temperature and process control, stacking equipment. Fault finding and diagnostics in emergency breakdown or planned situations Modification and improvement of plant Hazard identification and elimination Team-based problem solving Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and support and contribute to the site HSE initiatives WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? The successful applicant will have completed an Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship and be qualified to NVQ level 3, with proven experience within a similar technical role. Applicants should be able to read electrical/engineering drawings, have excellent fault-finding skills, and a good working knowledge of PLC's, HMI’s, SCADA systems, Instrumentation, Relays & Variable Speed Drives. It will be necessary to work unsupervised for extended periods and be capable of identifying, generating and managing work which will involve effective communication with Supervisors and members of other areas. Applicants must be willing to join the 1-in-9 on call team to provide out-of-hours coverage in line with the needs of the process, and must be flexible in order to respond to changes in priority or emergency situations which may include operating on a shift system. Working safely is our top priority and all applicants must be prepared to learn and consistently adhere to the Safe Operating Procedures defined for their work areas, and to report hazards and incidents in a timely manner. BENEFITS 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Bonus scheme (based on business performance and not guaranteed) Free parking