Shift Engineer
Core
Lead shift-based maintenance team and provide hands-on technical support for 24/7 production operations, ensuring safety, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement in electrical systems and plant machinery.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC maintenance engineer (electrical/automation)
Builds
Reliable production continuity for plant and machinery in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Electrical engineering / Automation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
PLC systems, AC/DC drives, electrical control principles, project management, lean/continuous improvement methodologies (5Why, FMEA), direct line leadership, technical specification planning
Preferred skills
Degree in electrical engineering, HNC qualification with significant experience, accredited electrical apprenticeship
Technologies
PLC systems, HV switch gear, electrical distribution systems, process water systems, compressors
Responsibilities
Ensure adherence and improvement in safety and environmental standards; Provide hands-on practical support to multiskilled technicians; Monitor and maintain site services including HV switch gear and electrical distribution systems; Support project activity including new machine design and retro-fitments; Implement lean/continuous improvement strategies to improve performance and drive site sustainability; Identify and implement innovative technical solutions to overcome maintenance problems; Take responsibility for direct line leadership of the maintenance team across all shift patterns; Support the development of Maintenance Technicians in relation to electrical activities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
