Electrician
Date:
7 Aug 2025
Posting End Date:
Location:
Boulby, GB, TS13 4UZ
Company:
Cleveland Potash Ltd.
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.
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 judgment 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.
Experience & Qualifications
- Time-served electrician in a heavy industrial, mining, or processing environment.
- Experience with HV/LV systems (up to 11kV), conveyor and pumping systems.
- 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.
What You’ll Bring
- A proactive, flexible, and safety-conscious mindset.
- Self-discipline, reliability, and a team-focused approach.
- A willingness to develop and continuously improve performance.