Plant Electrician

Gates Corporation; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 39,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in fluid power solutions seeks a qualified electrician to join their engineering team in Dumfries. Responsibilities include electrical maintenance, planned preventative maintenance, and support during breakdowns. Candidates should ideally be City & Guild or SVQ Level 3 certified and have experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Full training is provided for those transitioning from domestic roles. This position offers a competitive salary of £39,785 - £54,230 depending on shift pattern, along with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Pension above industry standards

Ongoing training and development

Holidays in excess of statutory requirements

Access to onsite Occupational Health Services

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician with City & Guild or SVQ Level 3.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of ventilation, pneumatic, hydraulic systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Electrical maintenance and fault-finding on plant machinery.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance.
• Assist with installation and improvement projects.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive attitude

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

City & Guild or SVQ Level 3 (Electrical)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let’s simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, and 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As an innovation leader, we are looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individual to join our local Engineering team. Working full-time in our Dumfries facility, you will be a competent, qualified and experienced individual who can work as part of a team as well as making individual decisions to support ongoing operational demands within the facility.

We are open to applications from either those experienced in a manufacturing or industrial environment or from domestic electricians who are keen to develop their skills — full training will be provided to support the transition into a plant-based role.

• Various shift patterns
• Pension above industry standards
• Ongoing training and development package
• Holidays in excess of statutory requirements
• Access to onsite Occupational Health Services
• Salary range £39,785 - £54,230 dependant on shift pattern

Key responsibilities:

The work includes carrying out activities listed below with Health, Safety, Legislative, Compliance and Environmental considerations in line with Company procedures:

• Electrical maintenance, fault-finding and repair on plant machinery and production equipment
• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Supporting breakdown response to minimise downtime
• Assisting with installation and improvement projects

Keys to Success

• Qualified electrician (Educated to City & Guild or SVQ Level 3 (Electrical) or equivalent and be a time-served electrician.)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (preferred but not essential)
• A working, basic understanding of ventilation, pneumatic, hydraulic and steam service systems would be an advantage but full training will be provided
• Experience in a domestic or commercial setting considered
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a manufacturing environment to learn new technologies and undergo training
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Effective team player with good communication skills
• Reliable and self-motivated, capable of working independently on shifts

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Mentor apprentices, providing training and guidance
• Demonstrate best practices and ensure logbook items are covered
• Support project and task-based work, occasionally guiding others

Requirements and Preferred Skills

• Educated to City & Guild or SVQ Level 3 (Electrical) or equivalent and be a time-served electrician.
• Trained to 18th Edition Wiring Regulations is advantageous.
• Ideally will have held a similar role within an Industrial Environment post qualification.
• Have a working basic understanding of ventilation, pneumatic, hydraulic and steam service systems.

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Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers\' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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