Electrical Maintenance Technician

Electrical Maintenance Technician 

Trafford Park | Permanent | £42,700–£48,000 DOE

Monday–Friday | 06:00–14:30 | 43.75 hours per week

Are you an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician looking for a permanent days-based role with a strong manufacturing business?

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join an established engineering team in Trafford Park, supporting the maintenance and reliability of a busy manufacturing site.

This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically qualified engineer who enjoys fault finding, preventative maintenance and continuous improvement, and wants to work Monday to Friday on a fixed early shift.

The Role - Electrical Maintenance Techncian 

Working as part of the maintenance team, you will be responsible for keeping site machinery and equipment operating safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across the site.
• Responding to and resolving electrical breakdowns and emergency repairs.
• Diagnosing faults on complex electrical systems.
• Fault finding on 110V, 240V and 415V AC systems.
• Troubleshooting emergency stop circuits.
• Working with S7 PLCs, ABB inverters, Profibus and SCADA systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.
• Supporting machinery upgrades and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintaining accurate records through the company's maintenance management system.
• Maintaining appropriate levels of engineering spares and supporting improvements to spare-parts storage.
• Assisting with purchasing and ensuring parts are sourced efficiently.
• Supporting the wider maintenance team with mechanical and electrical activities.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop and working environment.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with company health & safety procedures.

What we're looking for - Electrical Maintenance Technician 

You will ideally have:

Level 3 Electrical Maintenance qualification or equivalent.

18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

Experience working with S7 PLC controllers.

Knowledge of ABB inverters.

Understanding of Profibus and SCADA systems.

Experience working with 110/240/415V AC systems.

Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.

Ability to fault-find emergency stop and safety circuits.

PAT testing knowledge and an understanding of relevant statutory requirements.

Good understanding of industrial machinery and electrical maintenance.

Desirable Experience

It would also be advantageous if you have experience with:

• Electrical inspection and testing.
• Mechanical maintenance.
• Conveyors, bearings, gearboxes and motors.
• Counterbalance forklift trucks.
• IPAF.

The Person

We're looking for someone who is:

• Proactive and hands-on.
• Well organised with excellent time management.
• Comfortable working under pressure.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Safety-conscious with excellent attention to detail.
• Committed to continuous professional development.
• Keen to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and increased reliability.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy engineering environment where your electrical skills will have a direct impact on plant reliability, production uptime and continuous improvement.

You'll work Monday to Friday, 06:00–14:30, giving you a strong work-life balance while developing your career within a modern manufacturing environment.

Apply today for immediate consideration.