Industrial Electrician
📍 Cardiff
💰 £38,000-£41,000
Yolk Recruitment are exclusively working with an established Welsh Business who has been operating for over 50 years who are keen to employ an experienced Electrical Engineer to work in a days based role.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll join a skilled maintenance team responsible for keeping a busy industrial site running smoothly and safely. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You'll work on a range cranes, ovens, and coating lines, carrying out electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and repairs.
Your responsibilities will include:
Diagnosing and repairing faults on motors, drives, control panels, and cranes
Working on 3-phase systems and supporting breakdowns and planned maintenance
Installing and maintaining electrical equipment to regulatory standards
Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and drawings
Assisting with project work, including control panel design and build
Participating in a standby rota (1 week in 3) with paid call-out and overtimeWhat You'll Bring:
A recognised electrical apprenticeship
Proven experience in an industrial environment
Strong knowledge of motors, drives, panels, and 3-phase systems
Ability to fault-find under pressure, including basic PLC and HMI control
Comfortable working on cranes, hoists, and limit switches
Full UK driving licence
A team-focused approach and commitment to working safely
Confidence working at height using MEWP
Experience in steelworks, heavy engineering, or manufacturing would be an advantage.Why You Should Apply:
Secure, full-time work with a long-established Welsh company
Competitive hourly rate plus overtime and call-out pay
Friendly, supportive team environment
All PPE provided and full training on plant and processes
Free on-site parking and casual dressReady to Apply?
Contact our Engineering Specialist recruiter Andy Jones to find out more.
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.
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