Electrical Maintenance Technician (Pirbright, United Kingdom, Aberdeen City)
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THE POSITION
As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will implement corrective and preventive maintenance of electrical equipment at the Boehringer Ingelheim manufacturing facility in Pirbright, ensuring compliance with HSE, Biosecurity and appropriate GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards and enabling the reliable and safe operation of the manufacturing facility.
The ideal candidate will have experience performing electrical maintenance in a pharmaceutical or industrial manufacturing environment, including installing/repairing lamps and ring final circuits, identifying faults in control systems, and understanding motor control circuits.
This is a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Performing effective preventive maintenance of process/utility equipment and systems that provide essential services for site production at the Boehringer Ingelheim manufacturing facility at Pirbright.
Effective fault finding and problem solving on electrical systems to minimise business impact
Implementing installation, testing and commissioning of electrical equipment
Ensuring adherence with all site specific, H&S, Biosafety and GMP procedures
Identifying and implementing improvements in electrical standards and efficiencies on the site following site procedures.
Working as part of the maintenance team to maintain the site to a safe and reliable standard, sharing skill and expertise with team members to ensure an efficient and effective maintenance service.
Requirements
Good awareness of the manufacturing and site processes and protocols and ability to make risk assessments. Training will be provided.
BS7671 18th Edition Electrical regulations (Essential)
2360, 2365 or 236 City & Guilds Electrical Installations (Essential)
2391 C&G Inspection & Testing (Preferred but not essential)
Ability to fault find using control panels, PLCs and wiring diagrams, and to carry out fault diagnosis.
Demonstrable experience in electrical installation and fault finding required
Adequate IT skills
Experience of installing electrical supplies with conduit and trunking
Ability to work without supervision but also as a member of the engineering team
Proactive in approach, takes personal responsibility to resolve technical issues
Experience in completing root cause analyses (RCAs) of equipment issues using problem-solving tools and techniques (preferred but not essential).
Good timekeeping
WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
Boehringer Ingelheim is recognised as a Top Employer in the UK, reflecting our commitment to exceptional workplace standards, career development and a purpose-driven culture. Our employees contribute to meaningful work, creating long-term value for people, animals and the environment.
Learn more about why BI is a great place to work:
https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work
Candidates may be asked to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Security check. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory DBS certificate.
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