Electrical Technician/fitter - Bedford, United Kingdom - Ceema Technology Recruitment Ltd

Ceema Technology Recruitment Ltd

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Bedford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN/FITTER

Location:
Bedford

Shift:
Monday to Friday on a double day shift pattern running between 0630hrs to 2200hrs
For a leading specialist in aerodynamic research providing complementary services and solutions to international aerospace and defence clients.

They are looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Technician to work as part of the integrated Engineering ServicesTeam, reporting to the Team Leader and responsible for carrying out planned and reactive essential site, plant and machine tool maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:
Undertake tasks associated with running the transonic wind tunnel and associated equipment.

Fault finding and fixed installation and wiring testing on various voltage ranges including 11kV, 3.3kV, 415V and 110V and 24V on the AC system and 110V and 24V on the DC system.

Carry out inspections, maintenance and repairs of the equipment involved with tunnel testing and electrical services (planned maintenance).
Responsible for the repair of plant and equipment during breakdown including fault-finding in accordance with supervisory instructions (reactive maintenance).

Control and monitor the electrical equipment associated with the 11kV Main Main Transonic Fan Motor and the Sulzer Axial Compressor and Motor, and record meter readings as appropriate.

Be responsible for the installation of new electrical equipment in accordance with supervisory instructions and share ideas on design and implementation improvements, as appropriate.

Compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental procedures providing appropriate input into the preparation of and adherence to risk assessments and method statements.

Compliance with site security procedures
Member of Emergency Response team

Qualifications/Experience:
Time-served Electrical Apprenticeship and/or significant demonstrated experience
Ability to work on different types of inverter drive systems
Team player, capable of coaching and mentoring less experienced employees as well as supervision of apprentices as required
Flexible and positive attitude, willing to go that extra mile to meet deadlines/schedules
Attention to detail in terms of quality of work
Drive and commitment to improve own skills and be receptive to new ideas and ways of working
Self-motivated with good communication and can-do attitude to overcome issues that arise