Electrical Maintenance (24047/534) Newport, Wales

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Newport

Commutable from Newport, Cardiff, Cwmbran

£36931 (+shift allowance)

Benefits

• Days/Afternoon shift pattern
• Overtime payable
• Merit increase every year
• On site parking
• On site canteen
• Pension

My client is an established company that has been operating for more than 100 years and supply to more than 100 countries. They are looking for an electrical maintenance engineer to join their team in Newport. They are looking for someone with experience in AC drivers/inverters, DC drivers/controllers electromechanical and optical sensors. Knowledge of PLC power electronics/electronics and electrical installation is also essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with Company Environmental, Health and Safety procedures
• Completion of Planned preventative maintenance tasks
• Maintenance / repair of equipment in breakdown situations.
• Safe isolation of equipment
• Ensure highest levels of housekeeping and cleanliness whilst working
• Liaise across all areas of the organization to achieve production priorities
• Issuing of work permits for site contractors and ensuring contractors are operating in accordance with site rules

Requirements

• Full-time served apprenticeship
• Essential qualifications - BTEC National or City & Guilds and HNC
• MEWP and harness trained by recognized organization would be an advantage
• Strong Electrical background
• Experience in AC drives/inverters, DC drives/controllers electromechanical and optical sensors
• Some Knowledge of PLC's power electronics/ electronics and electrical installation
• Knowledge and experience of Fanuc robots would be advantageous
• Knowledge of the Permit to work systems * Experience of using computer base maintenance systems

24047/534

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Laura Fitzgerald for this vacancy - on (phone number removed) or by sending your CV directly to her at (url removed)

We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hunter Selection is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Engineering and Manufacturing professionals throughout the South West of England and South Wales. If you are looking for work in this area we may be able to assist you. Contact us directly on (phone number removed) and discuss your requirements with one of our dedicated consultants.

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