Based at our plant at Larkfield, Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) is responsible for the maintenance and reliability of electrical systems and equipment across Stericycle’s regional facilities. This is a very hand on role! Working under direction, the role ensures the effective delivery of Stericycle’s total preventative maintenance strategy. This includes planned and reactive maintenance, upgrades, and the continuous improvement of plant reliability. The role is integral to minimising downtime and supporting safe and efficient plant operations across the Stericycle network.
*Salary circa £47,000 (DOE).
*Successful candidate will be required to complete a DBS security check.
Key Job Activities:
Electrical Maintenance
- Perform fault finding, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical systems, including motors, drives, switchgear, and instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level, and flow sensors).
- Maintain control systems such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
- Conduct inspections, routine maintenance, and upgrades to electrical equipment to ensure reliability and operational efficiency.
- Planned and Reactive Maintenance
- Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
- Provide rapid response to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing faults and restore systems to full functionality.
- Actively identify opportunities to perform preventative maintenance during plant availability.
Contractor and Project ManagementTechnical Support and DocumentationHealth, Safety, and ComplianceOut of Hours Support
- Oversee contractors performing maintenance or project work, ensuring compliance with Stericycle standards and safety regulations.
- Issue permits to work and conduct risk assessments for contractor-led activities.
- Support plant improvement projects, including the installation, commissioning, and upgrade of electrical equipment.
- Assist operational teams with technical expertise to resolve complex electrical issues.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, fault reports, and asset history.
- Monitor spare parts inventory, advising on stock requirements to support maintenance schedules.
- Adhere to Stericycle’s health and safety policies, ensuring all tasks are conducted in line with UK legislation and company standards.
- Safely isolate electrical equipment to enable maintenance activities, ensuring zero harm to personnel.
- Conduct and document risk assessments, implementing control measures to minimize risks during maintenance activities.
- Be available to provide emergency support outside of normal working hours when required.
Essential Qualifications
- Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering.
- Relevant engineering qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, ONC, or HNC in Electrical Engineering.
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
- Proven experience in electrical maintenance within heavy process industries (e.g., power generation, manufacturing, or similar).
- Desirable Qualifications
- Recognized training in PLC programming and control systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
- Familiarity with robotic and automated systems.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of post-apprenticeship experience in electrical maintenance, including fault finding, repairs, and system upgrades.
- Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance in industrial settings.
- Experience managing contractors and supervising maintenance projects.
- Demonstrates the ability to assess situations using analytical and logical reasoning.
- Experienced in using investigative approaches such as the "5 Whys" or "Fishbone Diagram" for diagnosing faults or developing Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
- Commitment and Ownership
- Takes ownership of allocated projects, persisting with tasks to ensure successful completion.
- Willingness to commit the necessary time and effort to achieve high-quality, compliant outcomes.
- Maintains high standards of quality, taking pride in delivering compliant work.
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently, solve problems proactively, and use personal initiative.
- Understands when to escalate issues or invoke a "Stop Work" directive when necessary to ensure safety or compliance.
- Maintains awareness of personal conduct and its impact on team dynamics.
- Experience working collaboratively in multi-functional teams, including cooperation with external contractors.
- Demonstrates cooperative influencing skills to achieve team objectives effectively.
- Efficiently manages personal time, activities, and resources to meet deadlines.
- Skilled in planning and executing tasks to achieve desired outcomes.
- Must be capable of performing physical tasks associated with reactive and preventative maintenance.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of working within an incineration plant environment, including: Working at heights, Operating in enclosed or confined spaces, adhering to stringent safety protocols in a high-risk industrial setting.
As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will:
- Have experience in all aspects of electrical equipment and processes, as well as control room exposure, plus relevant formal electrical engineering qualifications
- Be able to work to tight deadlines and prioritise work according to plant requirements
- Have the ability to diagnose problems and deliver on-time solutions
- Be willing to deputize for the Shift Supervisor when required, therefore, supervisory skills would be preferred
- Have good Communication and Organisation Skills
Any industrial plant experience and electrical qualifications would be a distinct advantage.
In return, we can promise you a first-class opportunity in a quality-driven business, where the rewards will fully reflect your endeavour, in the form of a competitive salary, 5 weeks holidays and an excellent range of benefits.
Operating from sites across the UK & Ireland, Stericycle is a global business and widely recognized as the UK’s leading healthcare waste specialist. Built on unrivalled levels of knowledge and expertise, we’re the clear leader in the delivery of safe, compliant and sustainable solutions to an ever-increasing customer base.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aylesford ME20 6SQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Would you be available to attend an interview on either the 25/08 OR 26/08?
Experience:
- Electrical engineering: 3 years (preferred)
- Facilities maintenance: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
