Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

LondonEnergy; London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to managing waste and protecting the environment. As an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, you will play a crucial role in maintaining essential equipment across multiple sites, ensuring minimal downtime and effective operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to sustainability efforts while advancing your career in the electrical and instrumentation field. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this role is perfect for skilled technicians looking to make a real impact.

Benefits

Private Medical & Life Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

Annual Leave Package

Employee Recognition Scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in electrical or instrumentation.
• Experience in PPM and large-scale installations.

Responsibilities

• Provide breakdown repair services and implement PPM.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Electrical experience in heavy industrial environments

Analysis and repair skills for pneumatic systems

Experience with PLC-controlled equipment

Knowledge of variable speed drives

Logical, systematic approach to fault-finding

Education

NVQ Level 3 or Trade Certificate

Job description

Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

• Job Title: Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
• Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Location: Edmonton, London

About LondonEnergy

At LondonEnergy, we're proud of our vital role in managing North London's waste and protecting the environment. We handle and process 750,000 tonnes of waste each year, making us the second largest waste contract in the UK.

We generate enough energy from waste to power around 80,000 homes annually and recycle 70% of items through our Reuse and Recycling Centres. This success is thanks to our dedicated team, who make a real difference every day.

About the role

We are recruiting two positions. As the E&I Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining electrical and instrumentation equipment across our sites in North London, ensuring minimal downtime and machine breakdowns by implementing effective PPM processes.

Responsibilities:

• Provide efficient breakdown repair services by diagnosing faults and performing effective repairs promptly.
• Implement PPM on electrical and instrumentation equipment to minimize breakdowns and reduce lead times.
• Carry out installation work to required standards.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance to keep equipment in good condition.
• Liaise with outside contractors for repairs and maintenance.
• Ensure statutory obligations are continuously met.
• Work within shift patterns, including nights and days, and be available on call for emergencies.

Additional Details:

• Salary: £52,188.23 + 30% Shift Allowance
• Location: Edmonton, London

Requirements

Candidates should possess:

• NVQ Level 3 or a Trade Certificate
• Electrical experience in heavy industrial environments (e.g., power stations)
• Experience working on large-scale installations and PPM
• Analysis and repair skills for pneumatic systems
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment (preferably Allen Bradley)
• Knowledge of variable speed drives
• A logical, systematic approach to fault-finding, including working from electrical drawings

Benefits:

• Private Medical & Life Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Annual Leave Package
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• And many more benefits

Early applications are encouraged as we review applications throughout the posting period and may close the advert early.