Job Description

Job title:

Electrical Maintenance Engineer/Electrician

Salary:

32,000 - 40,000 DoE

The company:

VSM is a Belfast based engineering company that prides itself on delivering top-quality mechanical and electrical services to the food and beverage industry. We work with some of the biggest house-hold names, global brands, and international food processors. Our reputation is built on technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to getting the job done right, first time, every time. From planned maintenance to complex installations and high-value upgrade projects, our skilled team consistently goes above and beyond to provide safe, reliable, and efficient solutions that keep our clients' operations running smoothly. Due to our continuous growth, we now wish to add to our team by recruiting additional Electrical Maintenance Engineers to join the talent at VSM.

The role:

You'll be part of a skilled and supportive team, working across a variety of projects for our clients at multiple sites. Your electrical expertise and fault-finding abilities will be put to good use across a wide range of tasks, from upgrading control panels and installing machinery, to providing planned maintenance and responding to breakdowns.

This is a hands-on, varied role that includes both project-based work and reactive or preventative electrical maintenance. We're looking for a talented and experienced multi-skilled individual who enjoys diversity in their day-to-day and takes pride in quality workmanship.

As the company grows, so will your opportunities. You'll be supported to learn, develop, and take on new challenges as they arise.

This is a full-time role of 40hrs a week, Monday to Friday, with a core timetable of 8am to 4.30pm with occasional weekend and shift work when required by VSM's customers (compensated at overtime rate or lieu time based on employee preference).

Essential criteria:

Past experience in cable management (cable termination, installation of cable trays, cable ladders etc.) and panel wiring. Past experience inspecting, diagnosing and repairing 3 phase motors, control circuits, safety circuits. Relevant post apprenticeship level 3 or above in electrical installation of electrical systems A full clean UK/EU driving license Ability to work well under pressure as an individual and as part off a team Ability to read and use effectively wiring diagrams, schematics and Process & Instrumentation drawings Efficient and organised individual with awareness of the importance of hygiene and "as you go" housekeeping.

Desirable criteria

Prior experience delivering maintenance solutions in a fast paced food production environment PLC qualifications/experience IPAF mewp license Fixed wire testing qualifications and experience Sound knowledge off electrical systems, automated control systems and plcs Food safety qualifications Fixed wire testing experience Panel design/build/installation and commissioning.

Personal skills:

Reliable, trustworthy, flexible and focused individual Excellent organisation and communication skills Excellent problem solver with analytical and critical thinking Physically fit and agile, ability to work comfortably at heights and confined spaces Excellent time keeper and time manager off tasks or projects

Other benefits:

Company vehicle (van) provided with fuel card for business use 22 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays per annum Uniform and PPE provided

Normal schedule

8:00 - 16:30 with paid 20 min break and unpaid 30 min lunch break

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,500.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company car Free or subsidised travel
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Experience:

post apprenticeship: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

UK or EU driving licence (required) Level 3 Electrical qualification (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road