Assistant Electrical Engineer

GSK; Fir Tree; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK in the United Kingdom is seeking an engineering support technician to maintain site electrical systems, assist with maintenance, small projects and compliance tasks. You will collaborate with engineers, technicians and contractors to deliver high‑quality operations that support patient health.

You will gain hands‑on experience, structured development and opportunities to advance your skills in a purpose-driven environment dedicated to uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of

Qualifications

• Level 3 electrical qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in industrial electrical maintenance or apprenticeship background in electrical engineering.
• Practical knowledge of electrical systems, control panels and motors.
• Basic understanding of safety requirements for electrical work and permit-to-work systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English for clear handovers and documentation.
• Willingness to work safely on site and participate in on-call or shift patterns if required.

Responsibilities

• This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
• Provide technical support for day‑to‑day electrical maintenance and fault finding on site equipment.
• Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities and ensure equipment records are accurate.
• Support small capital projects from planning through handover, including risk assessments and test documentation.
• Help manage engineering change control activities and keep equipment documentation inspection‑ready.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to investigate deviations and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Contribute to safety and compliance activities, following procedures and supporting audits and inspections.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

PPM (planned maintenance)

Documentation

On-site teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in electrical

Tools

PLC familiarity

Job description

You will support engineering activities that keep our sites safe, reliable and efficient. You will work with engineers, technicians and contractors to deliver maintenance, small projects and compliance tasks. We value practical problem solving, clear communication and a curious mindset. This role offers hands‑on experience, structured development and the chance to make a meaningful impact on health by supporting high‑quality operations. You will grow your skills while contributing to work that matters and aligns with our mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Responsibilities

• This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
• Provide technical support for day‑to‑day electrical maintenance and fault finding on site equipment.
• Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities and ensure equipment records are accurate.
• Support small capital projects from planning through handover, including risk assessments and test documentation.
• Help manage engineering change control activities and keep equipment documentation inspection‑ready.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to investigate deviations and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Contribute to safety and compliance activities, following procedures and supporting audits and inspections.

Basic Qualification

• Level 3 electrical qualification (for example NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds) or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in industrial electrical maintenance or apprenticeship background in electrical engineering.
• Practical knowledge of electrical systems, control panels and motors.
• Basic understanding of safety requirements for electrical work and permit‑to‑work systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English for clear handovers and documentation.
• Willingness to work safely on site and to participate in on‑call or shift patterns if required.

Preferred Qualification

• HNC/HND or foundation degree in Electrical or Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
• Experience working in regulated or quality‑controlled environments.
• Familiarity with engineering change control and document management systems.
• Basic experience with PLCs, instrumentation or process control systems.
• Experience supporting small capital projects or plant modifications.
• Demonstrable continuous improvement mindset and practical problem‑solving skills.

What we offer

You will join a supportive team focused on development and safety. You will receive structured onboarding and access to training to grow technical skills and career progression opportunities. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. If this role feels like the right step for you, we look forward to learning about you.

Skills

• Asset Life Cycle Management
• Data Integrity
• Digital Fluency
• GxP Regulations
• Lean Management
• Manufacturing Technologies
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Problem Solving
• Risk Awareness
• Standards Compliance

Business Introduction

We manufacture and supply reliable, high‑quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply., Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

This job is with GSK, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork - the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.

Adjustments and Accessibility

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments.

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