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
Salary:
£45,000 - £52,000 /annum Depending on Experience Plus Bonus
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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