ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Electrical Engineer

Salary: £47,500 – £50,000
Location: UK (Critical Environment)
Shift Pattern: Continental Shift | 4 on 4 off | 6am–6pm
Employment Type: Permanent

The Role

We are recruiting for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a site-based engineering team within a critical environment. The role involves carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance, ensuring all electrical systems operate safely, reliably, and to a high standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their career in a highly regulated environment with strong long-term progression and training opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical PPMs and reactive maintenance
• Fault finding and repair of electrical plant and systems, including switchgear, LV distribution, control panels, UPS systems, generators, and associated equipment
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety procedures and electrical regulations
• Complete maintenance and compliance documentation accurately and on time
• Support site uptime and reliability within a critical environment
• Work effectively as part of a shift-based engineering team

Salary & Benefits

• Starting salary: £47,500
• Salary increase to £50,000 following successful completion of a technical assessment (approx. 6 months)
• 20 days annual leave (shift-based)
• Salary sacrifice benefits scheme
• Workplace pension
• Strong training, development, and progression opportunities

Security & Eligibility Requirements

Due to the nature of the site, candidates must:

• Have been a UK resident for at least 5 years
• Successfully pass BPSS and SC clearance

About You

• Electrical engineering background
• Experience carrying out PPM and reactive maintenance
• Comfortable working a continental shift pattern
• Experience in a critical or high-compliance environment (desirable but not essential)
• Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure

If you feel this role is suitable, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
All applications will be handled confidentially.