Heavy Industrial Electrician

Job description

The Role

Work as part of the underground electrical team to ensure all mining machinery and equipment performs safely and efficiently through planned inspections, effective fault-finding, timely repairs, and proactive maintenance. Location: Boulby Mine, Saltburn-by-the-Sea.

About the Role

The Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Complete statutory inspections and reports in line with legislation and site requirements.
• Comply with current Health & Safety regulations, risk assessments, method statements, and site-specific rules.
• Conduct and document electrical isolations per company procedures.
• Maintain awareness of evolving health and safety standards.

Maintenance & Operations

• Inspect, fault-find, maintain and repair face-line machinery, conveyor systems, and switchgear.
• Install, advance and maintain underground communications and lighting systems.
• Plan and execute work based on shift reports and inspections.
• Utilise the Permit to Work system; issue permits as authorised.

Teamwork & Communication

• Collaborate effectively with electrical and production colleagues to minimise downtime.
• Provide feedback on equipment condition and job progress to supervisors and team members.
• Interpret and act upon technical manuals, verbal instructions, and previous reports.

Problem Solving & Decision Making

• Respond promptly and independently to equipment issues, using sound judgement under pressure.
• Suggest improvements in equipment performance, safety, tooling, or working practices.

Resource Use

• Use parts and consumables responsibly to reduce waste and cost.
• Ensure tooling and materials are used efficiently and safely.

Qualifications

• Time-served electrician in a heavy industrial, mining, or processing environment.
• Experience with HV/LV systems (up to 11kV), along with conveyor and pumping systems, would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Understanding of computer/PLC control systems desirable.
• Level 2 Skills for Life (Numeracy, Literacy, ITQ) or GCSE equivalent/higher.
• Electrical engineering qualification.
• Certification in Risk Assessment and IOSH Working Safely (or willingness to achieve).
• Strong communication skills—verbal and written.

Required Skills

• A proactive, flexible, and safety-conscious mindset.
• Self-discipline, reliability, and a team-focused approach.
• A willingness to develop and continuously improve performance.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Saltburn-By-The-Sea

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English