Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
Cardiff
£47,500

Days

What You'll Do:

Yolk Recruitment is supporting a leading global manufacturing organisation in the search for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join its Cardiff operation.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly skilled maintenance team within a well-established industrial environment where safety, reliability and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do. You'll play a key role in maintaining critical plant equipment, supporting production performance, and helping deliver high standards of operational excellence.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Responding to breakdowns and carrying out fault finding on electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing motors, drives and associated control equipment.
• Supporting the commissioning, calibration and maintenance of process control and measurement systems.
• Working on safety-critical equipment including pressure, temperature, and level instrumentation.
• Maintaining hazardous area equipment in line with industry regulations and site procedures.
• Completing planned preventative maintenance activities and updating maintenance records.
• Contributing to continuous improvement projects aimed at improving plant reliability and efficiency.

What You'll Bring:

• Time-served apprenticeship or recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, chemical, process, industrial or heavy engineering environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, calibration, and process control systems.
• A proactive approach to maintenance and problem solving.
• Excellent awareness of health, safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Experience using maintenance management systems and technical documentation.

Why You Should Apply:

This opportunity offers far more than just a maintenance role. You'll be joining a globally recognised manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for innovation, sustainability and investment in its people.

The business operates across international markets and continues to strengthen its position through advanced manufacturing technologies, operational excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement. As a result, employees benefit from working within a stable and financially secure organisation that values technical expertise and long-term career development.

Ready to Apply?

Contact Andy Jones to find out more or apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.

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