Stericycle is a U.S. based business-to-business services company and leading provider of compliance-based solutions that protects people and brands, promotes health and well-being, and safeguards the environment. Since our founding over 30 years ago, we have grown from a small start-up in medical waste management into a leader across a range of increasingly complex and highly regulated arenas, serving healthcare organizations and commercial businesses of every size. Every day, we help our customers solve complex challenges by safely managing materials that could otherwise spread disease, contaminate the environment, or compromise one’s identity.
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Position Purpose:The Regional Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) is responsible for the maintenance and reliability of electrical systems and equipment across Stericycle’s regional facilities. Working under the direction of the Plant Manager, the role ensures the effective delivery of Stericycle’s total preventative maintenance strategy. This includes planned and reactive maintenance, upgrades, and the continuous improvement of plant reliability. The role is integral to minimising downtime and supporting safe and efficient plant operations across the Stericycle network.
Key Job Activities:· Conducting fault diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance of all electrical systems and components.
· Supporting planned plant shutdowns and upgrades.
· Maintaining records of maintenance activities via the Maintenance Management System.
· Ensuring compliance with UK health and safety regulations and company standards.
· Collaborating with operations and engineering teams to enhance plant performance
Electrical Maintenance
· Perform fault finding, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical systems, including motors, drives, switchgear, and instrumentation (pressure, temperature, level, and flow sensors).
· Maintain control systems such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
· Conduct inspections, routine maintenance, and upgrades to electrical equipment to ensure reliability and operational efficiency.
Planned and Reactive Maintenance
· Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
· Provide rapid response to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing faults and restoring systems to full functionality.
· Actively identify opportunities to perform preventative maintenance during plant availability.
Contractor and Project Management
· Oversee contractors performing maintenance or project work, ensuring compliance with Stericycle standards and safety regulations.
· Issue permits to work and conduct risk assessments for contractor-led activities.
· Support plant improvement projects, including the installation, commissioning, and upgrade of electrical equipment.
Technical Support and Documentation
· Assist operational teams with technical expertise to resolve complex electrical issues.
· Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, fault reports, and asset history.
· Monitor spare parts inventory, advising on stock requirements to support maintenance schedules.
Health, Safety, and Compliance
· Adhere to Stericycle’s health and safety policies, ensuring all tasks are conducted in line with UK legislation and company standards.
· Safely isolate electrical equipment to enable maintenance activities, ensuring zero harm to personnel.
· Conduct and document risk assessments, implementing control measures to minimize risks during maintenance activities.
Out of Hours Support
· Be available to provide emergency support outside of normal working hours when required.
Education:Essential Qualifications
· Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering.
· Relevant engineering qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, ONC, or HNC in Electrical Engineering.
· 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
· Proven experience in electrical maintenance within heavy process industries (e.g., power generation, manufacturing, or similar).
Desirable Qualifications
· Recognized training in PLC programming and control systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley).
· Familiarity with robotic and automated systems.
Experience Requirements
· Minimum of 2 years of post-apprenticeship experience in electrical maintenance, including fault finding, repairs, and system upgrades.
· Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance in industrial settings.
· Experience managing contractors and supervising maintenance projects.
Experience (EMEAA): Certifications and/or Licenses: Benefits: Disclaimer:The above description is meant to provide a summary of the nature and level of work being performed; it should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and requirements of the job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and it does not constitute any right or guarantee of employment condition. This position is open to people with disabilities. Stericycle will consider requests for workplace accommodations for protected physical or mental limitations in accordance with its human resources and risks prevention policies and local laws. To the extent permissible under local law, and consistent with business necessity, Stericycle reserves the right to modify the content formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, at any time with or without advance notice.