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As an Electrical Maintenance Planner, you will play a key role within our Maintenance and Reliability Team, ensuring that electrical maintenance activities are planned and coordinated effectively to maximise plant reliability, performance and safety.You will be responsible for developing and scheduling medium and long-term electrical maintenance plans, including preventative maintenance, major repairs and shutdown activities, supporting the site's proactive maintenance strategy. Working closely with maintenance, operations and stores teams, you will ensure that resources, materials and critical spare parts are available to enable work to be completed safely, efficiently and on time.Key ResponsibilitiesPromote and comply with all health, safety and environmental standards.Ensure safe working practices are followed by employees and contractors.Manage contractors in line with CDM requirements and site procedures.Plan and schedule preventative, predictive and corrective electrical maintenance activities using IBM Maximo CMMS.Lead maintenance planning for major repairs, plant shutdowns and power outages.To support the wider Electrical Engineering team in the management of Low voltage & High Voltage permit to work during major repairs.Manage critical spare parts and support effective asset management strategies.Create and maintain maintenance job plans and Bills of Materials (BOMs).Support equipment reliability through proactive maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.Contribute to the planning and delivery of electrical CAPEX projects.Support maintenance budget planning and cost control.Manage external maintenance service agreements.Work closely with Maintenance, Reliability and Operations teams to prioritise and schedule maintenance activities.Skills, Knowledge & ExpertiseHNC/HND (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance and reliability-centred maintenance principles.Experience using a CMMS, ideally IBM Maximo.Experience planning major repairs, shutdowns and maintenance projects.Knowledge of contractor management and health and safety legislation.Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.Supervisory or coordination experience.Proficient in Microsoft Office; MS Project experience desirable.Self-motivated with a proactive approach and continuous improvement mindset.Job BenefitsCompany PensionBonus schemeEnhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoptions SchemeFree on-site ParkingGym AccessHealth & Wellbeing InitiativesLife AssuranceShare Save SchemeVolunteering PolicySubsidised canteenHoliday buy schemeDigital GPAt Breedon Group, we are proud of our values and are known for our commitment to making a material difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities. Our mission is to build meaningful relationships and foster constructive collaboration as we strive to become the leading vertically-integrated international construction materials group. Joining Breedon Group means being part of a business focused on innovating projects to support the future of the company.We believe in keeping things simple, making things happen, showing we care, and constantly striving to improve. These values guide our actions and define who we are as a company. As the largest independent construction materials group in the UK & Ireland, we are on the rise with a goal to expand internationally.This is an opportunity for you to be part of our plans to innovate and drive the future of the business. People choose to stay with our company because of the positive working environment we provide. Our reputation as an employer of choice is built on our commitment to sustainability and balancing economic, social, and environmental impacts for the benefit of all stakeholders. At Breedon Group, we are proud of our values and dedicated to making a positive impact on all aspects of our business and somewhere our people are proud to work.

About Breedon Group: Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact. Reporting to the Logistics Manager, GB Cement, the Operations Manager will lead the safe, efficient and compliant operation of our cement receipt, import, storage and transfer activities across the logistics network, ensuring reliable onward distribution by road. A highly visible leadership role, you’ll drive performance across our rail depots and import terminals, putting safety first while balancing service, cost and efficiency. You’ll champion high standards, continuous improvement and operational resilience. Our cement operations span from the Central Belt of Scotland through to the South of England and are divided into two regions, North and South. The quality of the individual is more important than your home location. Based on your location you will take responsibility for either the four locations in the North or the four locations in the South region, providing leadership across the operations, teams and locations within your area. The role reports into our Central logistics function at the cement works at Hope, Derbyshire. Regular travel across your region, together with wider national travel when required, will form an important part of the role. A flexible approach to working location is therefore essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a significant part of our GB Cement logistics network, while contributing to the development and success of our wider national operation.Key ResponsibilitiesPromote a strong Health, Safety and Wellbeing culture across all sites.Lead and support operational teams across a national network of depots and terminals, creating a positive, high-performing culture.Provide visible leadership, coaching and development to teams, helping individuals reach their full potential.Ensure all operations are carried out safely, efficiently and in compliance with company and regulatory standards.Monitor operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement and implement practical solutions.Work collaboratively with Transport, Supply Chain, Engineering and Project teams to deliver operational objectives.Manage operational budgets and drive efficiencies while maintaining service and safety standards.Support site improvement projects and help optimise the performance and reliability of operational assets.Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors and service providers to ensure successful delivery of operational priorities.Contribute to the continued development and delivery of the GB Cement logistics strategy.Skills, Knowledge & ExpertiseEssentialProven experience leading operational teams within a multi-site environment.A strong track record of motivating, developing and engaging people to achieve high levels of performance.Experience managing operations within a safety-critical environment.Strong understanding of health, safety and compliance requirements.Experience managing operational performance, budgets and continuous improvement activities.Ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.Full UK Driving Licence DesirableExperience within cement, logistics, manufacturing, distribution, construction materials or other heavy industrial environments.Knowledge of bulk material handling, storage and distribution (road, rail and sea).Job BenefitsCompany car or car allowanceBonus schemeContributory Company Pension Scheme25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Holiday Purchase Scheme, up to 5 days per holiday yearVolunteer SchemeShare Saver SchemeCompany Life Assurance SchemeEnhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity SchemeDigital GPAccess to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platformBroad learning opportunities and career progression pathways.Diversity Statement: At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.Join Us: If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group. Application Process: Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply now by submitting your CV. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.

Electrical Test TechnicianJoin a growing, profitable engineering business in a hands-on electrical testing role, inspecting, energising, fault-finding and commissioning bespoke and standard ovens and furnaces before product release.This role is officially known as a Test and Inspection Technician.If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Test Technician, Electrical Technician, Test Engineer, Electrical Test Engineer, Inspection Technician, Quality Technician, Engineering Technician, Commissioning TechnicianSuccessful candidates can expect a strong benefits package, including 28 days’ annual leave plus a company extra day and statutory days, 7.5% employer pension contributions, health scheme membership, professional development support and free parking.SALARY: Competitive (depending on experience and qualifications) + BenefitsLOCATION: Hope Valley, DerbyshireJOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours per week: Monday–Thursday 8:00am–4:45pm; Friday 8:00am–12:30pmJOB OVERVIEWThis is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Test Technician to join a growing engineering team working with technically advanced ovens and furnaces.Based mainly in Inspection & Test, the Electrical Test Technician will support first energisation, heat-up, electrical safety checks, functional testing and commissioning.Working with Quality, Production, Electrical Design and Engineering, the Electrical Test Technician will help resolve faults, record results and ensure products meet required safety, configuration and performance standards before release.APPLY TODAYReady to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.DUTIESYour duties as the Electrical Test Technician include:Inspection and Product Testing: Carry out final and in-process inspection of standard and bespoke products, performance testing to specifications, and applicable LV/HV electrical safety checksPower-Up and Commissioning: Safely energise ovens and furnaces, complete power-up checks, support initial heat-up and commissioning, and test heaters, thermocouples, controllers, instrumentation, interlocks, alarms and safety circuitsElectrical Verification and Fault-Finding: Check wiring, terminations, control-panel build, electrical and software configuration against drawings, specifications and bills of materials, then diagnose and rectify electrical and control faults where appropriateConfiguration and Calibration: Configure control instruments and ancillary equipment, calibrate products and record calibration resultsQuality and Compliance: Ensure equipment complies with relevant safety and performance standards, directives, norms and company procedures, and identify, document and support resolution of non-conformancesRecords and Collaboration: Maintain accurate inspection, rejection, calibration, Quality Management System, test and work-time records; liaise with internal departments and attend required trainingHealth and Safety: Work in accordance with all company health and safety proceduresCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSPrevious inspection/test engineering experience or practical experience in an electrical manufacturing environmentAbility to read electrical drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams covering supplies and instrumentationUnderstanding of LV/HV testing methods, including star/delta arrangementsAbility to fault-find electrical heating circuits and control systems, with understanding of relays, contactors and associated componentsExperience with temperature-control systems, thermocouples, industrial instrumentation and applicable directives and standards in industrial applicationsSelf-motivated, flexible and hands-on approach with good communication, prioritisation and teamwork skillsBasic working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointValid passport and clean driving licence, with occasional travel requiredPLC experience is desirableBENEFITSCompany Incentive SchemeFlexi-Time SchemeSalary sacrifice pension plan with 7.5% employer contributions and death in service policy28 days’ annual leave plus a company extra day and statutory daysWestfield Health Scheme membership and Hospital Treatment PlanCycle to work salary sacrifice schemeCompetitive Employee Referral Award SchemeSports and social eventsFree on-site parkingEmployee assistance programmeFree lunch on site every other weekFree fresh fruitConvenient location next to Hope train station and on a regular bus route to and from SheffieldHOW TO APPLYTo be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P15190Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hope Valley, Derbyshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.AWD-IN-SPJ