Maintenance Electrician

AMG SUPERALLOYS UK LIMITED ,
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £38,820 per annum

Overview

AMG Superalloys UK Limited is a producer of specialist metals based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. We produce high purity chromium alongside a number of other alloys, and also offer laboratory services. We currently have an opportunity for a Maintenance Electrician to join our organisation. Purpose As an active member of the team, provide a cost-effective breakdown, repair and preventative maintenance service to the business, reducing downtime, improving plant performance and reliability by identifying and implementing engineering solutions; adhering to standard safe practices and procedures, environmental and legislative requirements. Duties Ensuring that health, safety and environmental procedures and policies are followed as per HSE/T2 ORG/001, QA and ISO 9001, 14001, 18001 requirements Diagnose and remedy equipment/plant faults, and minimise plant downtime Ensure all breakdowns are carried out constructively and accurately Ensure all parts required are booked out correctly and recorded as necessary Planned preventative maintenance tasks Adopt continuous improvement, innovative and pro-active approach to improve ways of working, offering possible solutions wherever possible Work closely with production to achieve production needs Maintain awareness of financial implications of actions Carry out all necessary IT & manual recording tasks relevant to the operation of the department Facilitate lean ways of working to minimise waste and maximise efficiency, to achieve departmental objectives Any additional tasks required by supervisor, reasonably related to skills, knowledge and experience (this may include flexibility to altered shift patterns or in alternate business units on an ad hoc basis) Comply with company procedures and work in a safe and professional manner at all times, to meet the duty of care to self and others, and maintain a positive image for internal and external customers Work under own initiative with minimal supervision Knowledge/Experience BTEC qualified in an electrical engineering discipline and/or relevant experience, training or certification Minimum 3 years’ experience within a medium/heavy manufacturing environment, although other modern industrial environments would be considered Demonstrable hands-on knowledge of electrical and PLC control systems (PLC programming experience not essential) Experience working with 3-phase motor and variable speed drive systems Mechanical experience (advantageous) Experience using overhead cranes and slinging techniques, and experience using Fork Lift Trucks (not essential) Fault-finding and problem-solving skills, with ability to work under pressure Able to understand and produce engineering drawings General knowledge of H&S standards, ability to carry out on-the-job risk assessments Good organisational and decision-making skills Able to work alone or as part of a team Self-motivated, proactive and reliable Strong attention to detail Progressive attitude towards training IT Literate (to input into a front line maintenance system) Good verbal & written communication skills Standards of Performance Zero injuries Compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental and regulatory requirements Compliance with work instructions, policies and procedures, and Company engineering standards Contribution to housekeeping and cost down initiatives Work accurately & diligently with high level of attention to detail, to meet quality & productivity standards Work constructively within a team Learn & implement new skills as required to meet business needs High level of flexibility and availability as required to meet business needs and market demands Meet team targets & objectives Salary & Benefits £38,820 (includes rota allowance) 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays Generous Company pension Company healthcare scheme On site gym facilities Hours 12-hour days (6am - 6pm) & nights (6pm - 6am) shifts 4 on, 4 off rota system