Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

ZipRecruiter; Stockport; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Stockport is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician to ensure production efficiency through maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems. The role requires an NVQ Level 3 qualified electrician with at least 3 years of experience in an industrial setting. You'll work closely with production teams and external contractors to enhance site reliability while adhering to health and safety standards. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including overtime opportunities and wellness programs.

Benefits

Company pension

Life assurance

Free company products

Discounts on food

Access to wellness programmes

Free early access to pay scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in an industrial, manufacturing, or FMCG environment.
• Apprentice-trained electrician.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair faults on electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety policies.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3

Tools

PLCs

SCADA

Job description

Job Description

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Location: Stockport

Salary: £55,000 (with a potential salary increase currently under review with CpI, which, if approved, will be backdated)

Hours: The shift role is 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off (x7), then 18 days off

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out preventative and reactive electrical maintenance across the site to ensure production efficiency and minimise downtime.
• Diagnose and repair faults on electrical systems, including 3-phase AC systems, motors, pumps, conveyors, and fans.
• Use PLCs and SCADA systems for fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Support improvement projects, planned shutdowns, and upgrades to site machinery and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety policies, including LOTO procedures, risk assessments, and permit-to-work systems.
• Work closely with the production team to maintain site reliability and process efficiency.
• Liaise with external contractors and suppliers when required to ensure the safe and effective completion of maintenance work.

About You:

Essential: Apprentice-trained electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

Experience: Minimum of 3 years in an industrial, manufacturing, or FMCG environment.

Desirable:

• Experience with DC motors and drives.
• Understanding of mechanical systems and the ability to carry out basic mechanical tasks.
• Familiarity with DCS and PLC systems for fault finding and routine testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse faults and implement long-term solutions.
• A proactive and safety-conscious team player who takes ownership of tasks and contributes to continuous improvement.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Company pension and life assurance.
• Free company products and on-site parking.
• Discounts on food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms.
• Access to wellness programmes, including an Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service.
• Free early access to pay scheme.
• Salary sacrifice schemes and an employee referral programme.

If this sounds like you or if you have any questions, reach out to me on the details below or click apply today.

Zoe Murray | Executive Consultant

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