Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Engineer Location: Durham Salary: £48,500 Annual Profit-Related Bonus Benefits: * 26 days holiday plus 7 bank holidays (pro-rata) * Pension in line with government guidelines * Employee Assistance Programme * Annual profit-related bonus scheme * Opportunities for professional development and internal progression Working Hours: Permanent, Full-Time (average 42 hours per week) DuPont Continental Shift Pattern (12-hour shifts): 06:00–18:00 / 18:00–06:00 Job Description: As an Electrical Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving manufacturing performance across a modern production facility. Working as part of a skilled maintenance team, you’ll ensure equipment reliability, perform proactive and reactive maintenance, and contribute to process optimisation projects. You’ll be responsible for: * Fault-finding, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment and control systems * Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance * Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste * Collaborating with operators and engineering teams to achieve production targets * Ensuring compliance with all HSE and quality standards Skills & Experience: * Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship with ONC/HNC or equivalent * Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing environment * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills * Hands-on experience with motors, PLCs, and plant control systems * Excellent communication and teamwork abilities * Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement Desirable: * Exposure to modern manufacturing techniques * Experience in a culture transitioning from reactive to proactive maintenance * Multi-skilled maintenance background Why Should You Apply? * Join a forward-thinking manufacturer investing in its people and technology * Be part of a supportive, collaborative maintenance team * Real opportunity to influence and shape maintenance processes * Competitive pay and benefits package * Work for a company that values community, sustainability, and personal growth The Company: Our client is a leading UK manufacturing company with a proud reputation for innovation, quality, and sustainability. Specialising in high-quality, homegrown timber products, they have invested heavily in modern automated production systems while maintaining the craftsmanship and flexibility needed to deliver bespoke solutions. With strong growth and ambitious plans for continuous improvement, this is an exciting time to join a business that values its people, its community, and the environment