Electrically Biased Maintenance Technician
Sheffield £40,000 - £45,000
Days Only
Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 3:30pm
Are you an electrically biased maintenance professional with a passion for solving complex problems in a high-spec manufacturing environment? Join a global leader in advanced casting solutions and play a key role in keeping our clients cutting-edge equipment running at peak performance.
You'll be part of a team that's shaping the future of advanced manufacturing. Our client offers a competitive salary, opportunities for progression, and the chance to work with some of the most advanced equipment in the industry.
What You'll Be Doing
Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM), fault diagnosis, and reactive breakdown repair across a wide range of plant and equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA.
Maximise uptime on critical systems such as:
Investment casting machinery
Ceramic mould making systems
Heat treatment furnaces
VAR, ISM, and Air Melt Induction furnaces
Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new and existing equipment.
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective/preventative actions.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to meet operational targets.
Maintain accurate records using our Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Ensure compliance with EHS standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.What We're Looking For
Recognised electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
17th/18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations
Proven experience in heavy manufacturing or foundry environments
Strong electrical bias with mechanical aptitudeHands-on experience with:
High-temperature furnaces (VAR, ISM, Air Melt)
PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley)
AC/DC drives, sensors, instrumentation
Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilitiesDesirable Extras
Apprenticeship-trained in Electrical Engineering
Experience with SCADA systems and data logging
Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 environments
Basic skills in mechanical fabrication, welding, or machining