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Electrical Service Engineer (Industrial Automation Training)\n\n£48,000 - £58,000 (OTE £65,000) + Company Van (Personal / Work Mileage) + 40 Hours per week (Paid Lunch) + 33 Days Holiday rising to 38 after time served\n\nWorkshop based with ~30% Travel, Commutable from Cardiff, Newport, Caerphilly, Bridgend, Chepstow and surrounding areas\n\nAre you an Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Service Engineer or similar looking to further your career within a growing industry expert, where you will be heavily invested in through technical training on systems such as Siemens and ABB, all whilst furthering your career as they go through an exciting period of growth?\n\nThis is a rare and genuinely exciting opportunity to work on automation equipment in industrial environments, where you will receive external training from industry leaders, all whilst playing a vital role in the success of the company.\n\nThis company, established for over 3 decades and a close knit team of 12, are now expanding and looking to recruit a passionate electrical engineer looking for further opportunities.\n\nThis role will suit an Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Service Engineer or similar looking to further your career within a growing industry expert, where you will be heavily invested in through technical training on systems such as Siemens and ABB, all whilst furthering your career as they go through an exciting period of growth.\n\nThe Role:\n *Service, Installation and Commissioning on Electrical systems\n *Workshop based with occasional travel and some stays away, ~ 1 week spent away per 6/7 weeks\n *Further technical training on technical systems such as ABB and Siemens.\n\nThe Person:\n *Holds a UK License\n *Electrical background\n\nReference Number: (phone number removed)\n\nTo apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Harry Heal at Rise Technical Recruitment. \n\nKeywords: Electrical Engineer, Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Siemens, ABB, PLC, Control Systems, Industrial Automation, SCADA, HMI, Variable Speed Drive, VSD, VFD, Inverter, Fault Finding, Installation, Commissioning, Electrical, 18th Edition, Low Voltage, LV, Drives, Industrial, Workshop, Cardiff, South Wales\n\nRise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.\n\nThe salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.\n\nWe are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

We are looking for a capable and motivated Electrical Technician to join our Engineering team based in Cardiff. This is a hands-on, on-site role supporting production equipment performance, reliability, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: • Carry out routine and preventative maintenance across all production equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability., • Respond efficiently to equipment breakdowns, process changeovers, machine setups, and safety-related actions., • Support installation qualifications and actively participate in risk assessments, PUWER compliance, and LOTO procedures., • Work closely with Process Engineering to monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. About You: • Completed an apprenticeship or hold an equivalent qualification (NVQ Level 3, HNC, or BTEC) in production or manufacturing maintenance, with either a mechanical or electrical background., • Comfortable working under time pressure, with the ability to operate independently as well as collaboratively within a team., • Highly motivated, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and meeting production deadlines. Desirable Experience: • Proven experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment., • PLC experience, with the ability to interrogate and modify software (Siemens or Mitsubishi).

AUTOMATION ENGINEER Job Title – Automation Engineer Location – Cardiff Salary – £55,000 – £60,000 (DOE) Shift – Monday to Friday (8:00am – 4:00pm call-out support) Job Role of the Automation Engineer A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for an Automation Engineer to join a highly automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This is a standalone specialist role where you will take full ownership of all automation systems on site, making it ideal for a driven engineer looking to step into a position with real autonomy and impact. The company has invested heavily into its production capabilities and operates across 14 production lines, supplying major retailers and global brands. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced FMCG environment where you will play a key role in improving reliability, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across automation systems. You will be responsible for PLC systems, robotics, vision systems, and overall control architecture, ensuring optimal performance and standardisation across site. Sector – Factory Automation / FMCG Manufacturing Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Automation Engineer Strong experience with PLC systems within a manufacturing environment Experience ina PLC or Automation engineering position Desirable Requirements for the Automation Engineer Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) Experience supporting and fault-finding on robotics and automation systems Strong understanding of control systems, integration, and industrial networks Experience with Siemens, Omron, or Mitsubishi PLCs Experience with robotics (ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi) Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Thingtrax) Experience integrating PLCs with SCADA/MES systems Key Responsibilities Own and maintain all PLC systems across site Support and optimise robotics and vision systems Lead fault finding and root cause analysis Develop and enforce PLC programming standards Manage backups and version control processes Integrate systems with SCADA/MES for data and OEE reporting Support capital projects from design through to commissioning Collaborate with engineering, operations, and IT teams Ensure compliance with machine safety standards Coach and support engineers to improve automation capability The Automation Engineer will benefit from: Working for a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business High level of autonomy in a specialist role Competitive salary package (£55,000 – £60,000) Benefits including pension, maternity/paternity, and death in service Opportunity to work with advanced automation and robotics Long-term stability within a well-established organisation

A leading medical technology company is seeking a Field Service Engineer (Hardware) in Cardiff.This full-time role involves servicing and maintaining radiotherapy systems while providing technical support to clinical teams.The ideal candidate has an electronics qualification and 2-5 years of experie

Senior Electrical Engineer Cardiff Up to £52,000 + Bonus We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join a heavy industrial site in Cardiff. This is a hands role focused on maximising plant reliability, minimising downtime, and driving continuous improvement. The Role • Plan and manage electrical maintenance activities (PPM, shutdowns, breakdowns), • Lead and develop a team of electrical engineers and technicians, • Deliver efficient, cost-effective maintenance and repair programmes, • Control maintenance budgets, estimates, and work progress, • Manage and audit contractors, ensuring compliance with PTW and site standards, • Support production by coordinating maintenance with operational teams, • Drive continuous improvement and implement engineering best practices, • Ensure compliance with H&S, SOPs, and risk assessments The Person • HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar), • Strong PLC experience (Omron, ABB, Siemens S7), • Knowledge of SCADA/HMI systems, • Experience with AC/DC motors, drives, inverters, and converters, • Proven team leadership within a heavy industrial environment, • Strong understanding of Permit to Work and contractor control, • Committed to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement This is a great opportunity to step into a key role within a demanding, high value industrial environment where you can make a real impact. This role is working a Monday to Friday, 8 hour days shift pattern

AUTOMATION ENGINEER Job Title – Automation Engineer Location – Cardiff Salary – £55,000 – £60,000 (DOE) Shift – Monday to Friday (8:00am – 4:00pm + call-out support) Job Role of the Automation Engineer A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for an Automation Engineer to join a highly automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This is a standalone specialist role where you will take full ownership of all automation systems on site, making it ideal for a driven engineer looking to step into a position with real autonomy and impact. The company has invested heavily into its production capabilities and operates across 14 production lines, supplying major retailers and global brands. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced FMCG environment where you will play a key role in improving reliability, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across automation systems. You will be responsible for PLC systems, robotics, vision systems, and overall control architecture, ensuring optimal performance and standardisation across site. Sector – Factory Automation / FMCG Manufacturing Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Automation Engineer Strong experience with PLC systems within a manufacturing environment Experience ina PLC or Automation engineering position Desirable Requirements for the Automation Engineer Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) Experience supporting and fault-finding on robotics and automation systems Strong understanding of control systems, integration, and industrial networks Experience with Siemens, Omron, or Mitsubishi PLCs Experience with robotics (ABB, Fanuc, Mitsubishi) Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Thingtrax) Experience integrating PLCs with SCADA/MES systems Key Responsibilities Own and maintain all PLC systems across site Support and optimise robotics and vision systems Lead fault finding and root cause analysis Develop and enforce PLC programming standards Manage backups and version control processes Integrate systems with SCADA/MES for data and OEE reporting Support capital projects from design through to commissioning Collaborate with engineering, operations, and IT teams Ensure compliance with machine safety standards Coach and support engineers to improve automation capability The Automation Engineer will benefit from: Working for a market-leading FMCG manufacturing business High level of autonomy in a specialist role Competitive salary package (£55,000 – £60,000) Benefits including pension, maternity/paternity, and death in service Opportunity to work with advanced automation and robotics Long-term stability within a well-established organisation

BMS Service Engineer Wales We are seeking an experienced and motivated BMS Service Engineer to join my client, a leading specialist within Building Management Systems. The successful candidate will be delivering high-quality service, maintenance, and support to a range of clients across the built environment. This role involves working closely with both end customers and facilities management partners to ensure their Building Management Systems (BMS) are operating effectively and efficiently. Key Responsibilities: * Provide clear, detailed reports and recommendations following all site visits. * Build and sustain strong relationships with clients, identifying opportunities for additional support and services. * Deliver small projects and remedial works, including quoting and completion. * Support colleagues and participate in the engineer call-out rota. * Ensure compliance with health, safety, and company procedures, including IMS standards (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001). About You: * Previous experience working with BMS (Trend, Siemens, Schneider, or equivalent systems). * Strong technical problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance and improvements. * Excellent communication and client relationship-building abilities. * Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team. * Must have right to work in the UK. The Package: * Competitive Salary * Hybrid/ Electric Company Vehicle * Ongoing training and development opportunities. * Performance Bonus * New Benefits Portal * A supportive team environment with scope to grow your career in the BEMS sector

Position: Maintenance Engineer - Electrical Bias Location: Flintshire Hours: Full-Time, Permanent · 12-hour shifts rotating Salary: £55,798 p/a + Overtime including bonus Role Overview Join the Site Engineering Team as an electrically biased Maintenance Engineer, focused on maintaining and enhancing plant performance. You will carry out predominantly electrical, with some mechanical, planned and reactive maintenance, installations, and repairs across key site areas. Your work will ensure equipment availability, product quality and compliance with HS&E standards, with a strong focus on electrical safety, control systems and Siemens PLCs. Key Responsibilities Perform predominantly electrical planned maintenance and breakdown repairs on production and site services equipment, including motors, drives, control panels and safety circuits, to maximise machine reliability. Fault-find on Siemens PLC-controlled equipment (S7/TIA Portal) and associated control systems, identifying root causes and implementing permanent corrective actions. Diagnose and resolve issues on automation, including sensors, encoders, VSDs/inverters, HMIs and safety relays. Example task: fault-find and rectify a Siemens S7-1500 controlled line fault using TIA Portal diagnostics and appropriate test equipment. Install, modify, upgrade and commission electrical equipment and machinery. Contact Details To apply or for more information, please contact Nicola at HRGO Recruitment: Phone: (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Email

Automation Engineer £50-60,000 SALARY Location: Cardiff Shift: Weekdays (with call-out support as required) We have a new opportunity for an Automation Engineer within our Engineering team As our Automation Engineer, you will act as the site’s sole automation specialist, taking full ownership of PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and control architecture. This is a highly autonomous role where you will drive automation standards, system reliability, and digital integration across the site. You will play a key role in reducing downtime, improving OEE, and ensuring robust, future-proof automation systems. Finsbury Food Group is a leading specialty bakery manufacturer. We constantly raise quality and efficiency standards and build long-term relationships within the foodservice channel. Finsbury offer a wide range of bakery products and are a leading frozen supplier into the Foodservice sector. To be successful, you will take a structured and analytical approach to automation, with strong technical expertise and the confidence to challenge and improve existing systems. You’ll work closely with engineering, operations, and IT to ensure automation systems are reliable, compliant, and aligned with site and group standards. This is a new opportunity where you can truly make your mark, building and shaping automation systems with full ownership and accountability. This is what you’ll actually do! As Automation Engineer, you’ll take ownership of all site PLC platforms, primarily Allen Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix, while also supporting Siemens, Omron, and Mitsubishi systems where required. You’ll maintain and optimise robotic systems including ABB, Fanuc, and Mitsubishi, alongside supporting vision systems such as Keyence and Thingtrax. You’ll lead structured root cause analysis for automation-related failures, implementing long-term corrective actions to reduce repeat issues and improve reliability. You’ll develop, implement, and enforce PLC programming standards, ensuring consistency across naming conventions, documentation, alarm handling, and governance. You’ll own all backup and version control processes, ensuring secure storage, change tracking, and full compliance with governance standards. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll integrate PLC systems into SCADA/MES platforms, ensuring data integrity, accurate downtime capture, and reliable OEE reporting. You’ll also support capital projects from specification through to commissioning and validation, ensuring robust technical handovers. In addition, you’ll collaborate with IT on network infrastructure, support machine safety systems, and provide coaching and guidance to engineers to build automation capability across the site. Ideally this is you! • Electrical/Electronic indentured apprenticeship trained. • Degree/HND and equivalent experience in Control & Automation Engineering • Strong experience with Allen Bradley / Rockwell (Studio 5000) • Experience working with Siemens, Omron, or Mitsubishi PLCs • Knowledge of robotics systems such as ABB, Fanuc, or Mitsubishi • Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g. Ethernet/IP, Profibus, RS232/485) • Experience integrating PLC systems with SCADA/MES platforms • Strong fault-finding and root cause analysis capability • Strong experience of machine safety principles and safety PLC systems • Experience with vision systems (Keyence, Thingtrax) (desirable) • Detail-driven with strong documentation discipline and analytical mindset • Experience within fast-paced food manufacturing (desirable) • Familiarity with Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations • Excellent Microsoft Office skills • Able to work independently while collaborating and communicating cross-functionally What’s in it for you • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to allow quality time with your new arrival! • Enhanced Pension Scheme for our employees • Death in Service Benefit • Free Employee Assistance Programme (open to colleagues and their families) • Retail discounts accessible via our Benefits Hub platform! • Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300 per referral – T&C’s dependent) • Employee Recognition Awards· Extensive Learning & Development opportunities (including opportunities for sponsored professional memberships and our own in-house development course!)

Varian, a Siemens Healthineers company, you’ll be part of a global community driven by purpose. We celebrate diversity, value individuality, and create an environment where people are supported to grow—professionally and personally. Here, your work matters, your voice counts, and your contribution helps shape the future of cancer care. On Site Service Engineer (Hardware) – Full Time Location: Velindre Cancer Centre, Cardiff, Wales - with travel across the UK for training and on-the-job development The Opportunity Varian is looking for a dedicated and adaptable Field Service Engineer (Hardware) to support Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff and its satellite site in Abergavenny. This is a hands-on, full-time role where you’ll play a critical part in keeping life‑saving radiotherapy systems operating at their best. You’ll receive extensive training, work with cutting‑edge technology, and develop your career within a highly supportive UK service team—while making a real difference to patients every day. Why Join Varian? Full training and structured certification pathway Company car, travel allowance, and on-call compensation Exposure to world‑leading radiotherapy technology A supportive, collaborative team culture The chance to make a meaningful impact in cancer care What You’ll Be Doing Provide on-site technical support, servicing, and maintenance of Varian hardware systems. Troubleshoot, repair, install, upgrade, and perform preventative maintenance on complex radiotherapy equipment, following established procedures and quality standards. Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and software issues on advanced accelerator systems. Act as a trusted technical partner to clinical teams, building strong relationships through clear and professional communication. Support customers both on-site and remotely via Varian’s Helpdesk when not scheduled on-site. Manage service cases efficiently while balancing planned maintenance, installations, and urgent call-outs. Participate in a 7‑day on-call rota, including evenings and weekends, with appropriate shift allowances. Provide out-of-hours support as part of the UK-wide service coverage model. Travel across the UK for structured training, shadowing, and development with experienced Field Service Engineers (company car and travel allowance provided). Complete Varian training programmes on TrueBeam and Halcyon systems, progressing toward VMS HW Level II and Imaging Level II certifications. Qualifications & Experience HNC/HND, Associate Degree, technical/vocational qualification, or military training in electronics (preferred). 2–5 years’ experience in servicing complex electronic or electro‑mechanical systems. Strong working knowledge of: PC‑based systems and microcomputers High Voltage (HV) and Radio Frequency (RF) systems Electrical, mechanical, and software troubleshooting. Able to work independently while collaborating closely with the wider UK service team. Strong time‑management and organisational skills. A genuine eagerness to learn and develop deep technical expertise in Varian systems. Must live within close proximity to the Velindre site. Willingness to travel for training and development. #LI-OS1 #LI-REMOTE #LI-WALES

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Commissioning Engineer on a 4 Month Contract, based in Northwest Wales Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support delivery activities on a major National Grid infrastructure project in Northwest Wales. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe planning, execution, and documentation of commissioning activities associated with HV substation and transmission systems. This role requires strong experience within National Grid environments, a solid understanding of commissioning procedures, and the ability to coordinate effectively with site teams, SAPs, contractors, and client representatives to ensure successful energisation and handover. Key Responsibilities Plan and execute commissioning activities in line with project specifications, safety standards, and National Grid procedures Carry out testing and commissioning of HV plant and equipment including: • Protection systems, • Transformers, • Switchgear, • CTs/VTs, • Control and SCADA systems, • Review and interpret:, • Single line diagrams, • Protection schematics, • Wiring diagrams, • Commissioning procedures Requirements Essential Requirements • Proven experience as a Commissioning Engineer on National Grid or HV transmission projects, • Strong background in HV substation commissioning (132kV–400kV preferred), • Knowledge of National Grid commissioning procedures and safety rules, • Experience working with protection relays and control systems, • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics, • Familiarity with commissioning documentation and handover processes, • Excellent communication and coordination skills, • Full UK driving licence, • Right to work in the UK Preferred Qualifications & Certifications • HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, • National Grid Competent Person / Authorised Person certification, • TP141 or equivalent National Grid training, • CSCS/ECS card, • SMSTS or SSSTS, • First Aid qualification Desirable Experience Previous experience on transmission infrastructure upgrades or new build substations Knowledge of IEC 61850 systems Experience with SCADA integration and testing Familiarity with relay manufacturers such as Siemens, GE, ABB, or Schneider Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time