Shift Electrical Maintenance Technician

About the Role

Join Biffa's engineering and maintenance team, contributing to the future of operational excellence at our Redcar facility. This position involves working a rotating shift pattern of two days, two nights, followed by four days off, with shifts running from 7am to 7pm and 7pm to 7am. The annual salary is £47,370.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure maximum plant availability by conducting timely planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, engineering tasks, and process enhancements.
• Provide swift and effective fault diagnosis and repair to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
• Implement and manage a planned maintenance schedule, documenting recurring issues and engineering effective solutions.
• Perform minor maintenance duties on plant machinery and equipment as required.
• Coordinate with external contractors for specialized repair and maintenance services.
• Stay updated on health, safety, environmental regulations, and company policies to uphold standards and best practices on site.

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of an NVQ Level 3 qualification in engineering, preferably with an electrical focus.
• Previous experience maintaining production machinery.
• Expertise in diagnosing faults within control panels involving PLCs, Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), and relay logic circuits.
• Background or experience in roles such as Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Electrician, or similar positions involving electrical and mechanical maintenance.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through career development, training, and coaching initiatives.
• Comprehensive pension plan.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Access to retail and entertainment discounts.
• Holiday and travel perks.
• Participation in a bike-to-work scheme promoting sustainable commuting.

Company Overview

Biffa leads the UK's business waste management sector, committed to turning waste into sustainable energy, enhancing recycling methods, and maintaining clean environments nationwide. Our workforce of over 11,500 employees passionately drives innovation and improvement every day. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our values, fostering a workplace enriched by varied perspectives and experiences to yield optimal results for all stakeholders.