Mine Electrician (Mine Craft Operator - Electrical)

At Saint-Gobain British Gypsum we're looking for a highly motivated individual to join the team at Barrow Mine as a Mine Craft Operator (Electrical).

The job will require the candidate to work shifts as part of a small focussed multi-disciplinary team. The candidate will also participate in delivering continuous improvement projects as well as operating all the underground production equipment.

What will I be doing?

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive "can do" approach, be conscientious and hard working. A flexible and willing approach to working hours and deployment is essential.

A continuous improvement mind set is a fundamental requirement with the focus on achievement and performance. As well as maintenance work, there will be a need to operate the underground equipment to a high standard alongside the mining and mechanical operatives.

The tasks on which the appointee will apply the continuous improvement tools will involve all aspects of the mine operation. These will include Professional Maintenance on all of the underground mining equipment. The post will report to a Team Leader, Shift Manager and ultimately the Mine Production Manager and Electrical Engineer.

What do I need to be considered?

• Must have undertaken a recognised electrical apprenticeship and would ideally have several years' experience installing, examining, testing, and maintaining electrical equipment.
• Experience of L.V. and H.V. systems, LOTO and associated Permits to Work (PTW).
• An understanding of PLC and SCADA Control systems.
• Coming from a Mining background would be advantageous but is not essential. Other industrial experience will be considered e.g. quarry, foundry.
• Experience of operating, repairing and maintaining large industrial machinery.

About Us

British Gypsum is the UK's leading manufacturer of plasterboard and plaster-based drylining systems and products and one of the most respected brands in UK construction.

As a business, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and solutions that have a positive impact on each of us and provide wellbeing, quality of life and performance, all while caring for the planet. Our materials and solutions can be found everywhere in our living places and in daily life, in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate change.

Are Saint-Gobain Inclusive employer?

We're working hard to be, and we're keen to hire talented people regardless of their background, abilities, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, taste in music, fashion sense or anything else that makes you, you!

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing, and at Saint-Gobain we are open to new ways of working in order to attract talented people to our business. We understand that everyone has different needs and commitments. Therefore, we are very open to discuss any flexible requirement or need that you may have for this role. We can't guarantee to meet all requests for flexibility when we are recruiting, but we promise to listen.