Senior Electrical Engineer

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Senior Electrical Engineer

Cardiff
Up to £52,000 + Bonus

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a heavy industrial site in Cardiff. This is a hands role focused on maximising plant reliability, minimising downtime, and driving continuous improvement.

The Role

  • Plan and manage electrical maintenance activities (PPM, shutdowns, breakdowns)
  • Lead and develop a team of electrical engineers and technicians
  • Deliver efficient, cost-effective maintenance and repair programmes
  • Control maintenance budgets, estimates, and work progress
  • Manage and audit contractors, ensuring compliance with PTW and site standards
  • Support production by coordinating maintenance with operational teams
  • Drive continuous improvement and implement engineering best practices
  • Ensure compliance with H&S, SOPs, and risk assessments

The Person

  • HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
  • Strong PLC experience (Omron, ABB, Siemens S7)
  • Knowledge of SCADA/HMI systems
  • Experience with AC/DC motors, drives, inverters, and converters
  • Proven team leadership within a heavy industrial environment
  • Strong understanding of Permit to Work and contractor control
  • Committed to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement

This is a great opportunity to step into a key role within a demanding, high value industrial environment where you can make a real impact. This role is working a Monday to Friday, 8 hour days shift pattern


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Location:
Cardiff
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing

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