Electrical Maintenance Technician - Shift
CV-LibraryNewcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & WearpermanentPosted: 8 April 2026
Apply NowZenith are working with our client who are looking to recruit a time-served Electrical Biased Maintenance Technician on a permanent basis. You will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and safety of high‑volume manufacturing equipment. Working as part of a fast‑paced shift team, you will diagnose faults, carry out planned and reactive maintenance, and support continuous improvement initiatives to maximise equipment uptime and production efficiency.
* Perform electrical maintenance on automated production machinery, robotics, conveyors, and high‑speed manufacturing equipment.
* Diagnose and repair electrical faults, including PLC‑related issues, sensors, drives, motors, and control panels.
* Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime and extend equipment life.
* Respond quickly to breakdowns, ensuring safe and effective resolution to restore production.
* Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures.
* Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
* Work closely with production teams to optimise machine performance and identify improvement opportunities.
* Ensure all work complies with electrical safety standards, site procedures, and regulatory requirements.
* Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and documentation.
* Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S and Lean.
* Work effectively within a multi‑skilled engineering team across shifts.
* Communicate clearly with supervisors, production staff, and engineering colleagues regarding equipment status and maintenance priorities.
* Support training and knowledge‑sharing across the team.
Skills & Experience Required
* Time‑served Electrical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, City & Guilds).
* Strong experience in electrical maintenance within a high‑volume or automated manufacturing environment.
* Competence in fault‑finding on PLC‑controlled systems (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, Mitsubishi, etc.).
* Solid understanding of electrical schematics, control circuits, and industrial automation.
* Experience with AC/DC drives, sensors, motors, and safety circuits.
The Person we are looking for:-
* Ability to work independently on shift and make sound technical decisions under pressure.
* Proactive, hands‑on problem solver with strong attention to detail.
* Calm under pressure with a focus on safety and quality.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Driven to improve processes, reduce downtime, and support operational excellence.
* Competitive salary with shift allowance.
* Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.
* A fast‑paced manufacturing environment with advanced automation.
If you are a time-served Electrical Biased Maintenance Technician and would like to be considered for this vacancy, please apply now
* Perform electrical maintenance on automated production machinery, robotics, conveyors, and high‑speed manufacturing equipment.
* Diagnose and repair electrical faults, including PLC‑related issues, sensors, drives, motors, and control panels.
* Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimise downtime and extend equipment life.
* Respond quickly to breakdowns, ensuring safe and effective resolution to restore production.
* Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures.
* Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
* Work closely with production teams to optimise machine performance and identify improvement opportunities.
* Ensure all work complies with electrical safety standards, site procedures, and regulatory requirements.
* Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and documentation.
* Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S and Lean.
* Work effectively within a multi‑skilled engineering team across shifts.
* Communicate clearly with supervisors, production staff, and engineering colleagues regarding equipment status and maintenance priorities.
* Support training and knowledge‑sharing across the team.
Skills & Experience Required
* Time‑served Electrical Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, City & Guilds).
* Strong experience in electrical maintenance within a high‑volume or automated manufacturing environment.
* Competence in fault‑finding on PLC‑controlled systems (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, Mitsubishi, etc.).
* Solid understanding of electrical schematics, control circuits, and industrial automation.
* Experience with AC/DC drives, sensors, motors, and safety circuits.
The Person we are looking for:-
* Ability to work independently on shift and make sound technical decisions under pressure.
* Proactive, hands‑on problem solver with strong attention to detail.
* Calm under pressure with a focus on safety and quality.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Driven to improve processes, reduce downtime, and support operational excellence.
* Competitive salary with shift allowance.
* Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.
* A fast‑paced manufacturing environment with advanced automation.
If you are a time-served Electrical Biased Maintenance Technician and would like to be considered for this vacancy, please apply now