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Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Calder Industrial Materials —Chester
- £25.95 an hour
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
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Argent Energy —Ellesmere Port
- £305 a week
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- Employee assistance programme
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Breedon Group plc —Wrexham
- Full-time
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- Communication skills
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Allied Bakeries —Liverpool
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Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Calder Industrial Materials -
Chester

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£25.95 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Referral programme
On-site parking

Qualifications

Fabrication
Schematics
Maintenance
CMMS
Machining
Programmable logic controllers
NVQ
Welding
Manufacturing
Root cause analysis
Communication skills

Full job description

Calder Industrial Materials specialises in the design, manufacture, and installation of high-quality lead and steel products with over 200 years of expertise. Serving diverse markets such as medical radiation shielding, industrial x-ray, petrochemical industries, and more, the company provides tailored solutions for customers in the UK, Europe, and worldwide. From its state-of-the-art facility in Chester, Calder handles design, fabrication, machining, and assembly work. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and excellence across a wide range of applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Engineering

· Perform fault‑finding, diagnostics, and repair of industrial machinery including furnaces, casting machines, conveyors, crushers, mixers, extraction systems, and material‑handling equipment.

· Conduct planned preventive maintenance (PPM) to minimise breakdowns and extend equipment life.

· Carry out electrical maintenance on motors, drives, control panels, PLC‑controlled equipment, and sensors.

· Complete mechanical repairs involving gearboxes, bearings, pumps, valves, pneumatics, and hydraulics.

· Support furnace-related maintenance such as refractory monitoring, burner systems, thermocouples, and cooling systems.

· Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions.

· Ensure all work complies with engineering standards, electrical regulations, and site safety rules.

Safety & Compliance

· Work strictly in accordance with health & safety requirements for lead (Pb) processing environments, including PPE, hygiene protocols, and exposure monitoring.

· Assist in ensuring machinery meets PUWER, LOLER, and applicable environmental requirements.

· Maintain a clean and safe work area; identify and report hazards promptly.

· Support site audits and statutory inspections (e.g., electrical testing, pressure systems, lifting equipment).

Operational Support

· Provide engineering support to production teams to maximise plant efficiency.

· Respond rapidly to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime.

· Support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, lean manufacturing, reliability improvements).

· Update maintenance records, work orders, and asset histories using the site CMMS.

Project & Improvement Work

· Support installation, commissioning, and modification of new and existing plant.

· Suggest and implement engineering improvements to reduce failures and improve reliability.

· Collaborate with external contractors during major shutdowns and project works.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

· Proven experience in industrial, processing, foundry, recycling, or similar harsh environments.

· Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills.

· Experience with industrial machinery such as conveyors, furnaces, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated systems.

· Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documents.

· Understanding of PLC‑controlled systems.

· Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance recording.

· Strong safety awareness.

Desirable

· Good experience in heavy industrial hydraulic equipment.

· Knowledge of refractory systems, burner management, and molten metal handling equipment.

· IOSH safety training.

· Condition‑based monitoring (vibration, thermography, lubrication analysis).

· Welding, fabrication, or machining skills.

Qualifications

· NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Multiskilled Maintenance.

· Level 3 Electromechanical qualification (preferred).

· Apprenticeship‑trained (advantageous).

· Additional training in hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, or industrial automation beneficial.

Behaviours & Attributes

· Strong problem‑solving skills.

· Works well under pressure in a fast‑paced, demanding environment.

· Team player with good communication skills.

· Proactive, self‑motivated, and committed to continuous improvement.

· High standards of housekeeping and personal hygiene (critical for lead environments).

What will I receive in return?

You’ll be part of a reputable business and you will be provided with full training.

Attractive Benefits:

More Than a Job – A Great Place to Work

Why People Choose Calder

Financial Benefits

Pension Salary Sacrifice
Death in Service Benefit (3 x Annual Salary)
25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
Additional Holiday Entitlement for Long Service
Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme

Recognition & Rewards

Employee Recognition Scheme
Long Service Awards
Suggestion Scheme
Refer a Friend Scheme

Health & Wellbeing

Sovereign Healthcare
Merit Cashback
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Wisdom Wellbeing
GP24
Sovereign Perks

Everyday Benefits

Free Drinks
Free On-Site Car Parking
Free All-Inclusive Christmas Party

Working Hours: Average 36 hours per week on rotating shifts:

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Chester (Cheshire)

Pay: £25.95 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

Chester CH1 4EX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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