Electrical Bias Maintenance Technician – Fast-Paced Plant

BDR Thermea Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Income protection

Contributory pension

Maternity and paternity schemes

Staff discounts

Job summary

Baxi, Preston manufacturing site, is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Electrical Bias to join our fast-paced team. You will diagnose electrical faults, maintain automated production equipment, and drive plant reliability on double day shifts.

We value hands-on problem solving, safety focus, and collaboration with mechanical colleagues to minimise downtime and optimise performance across the line. Qualifications include NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and a recognised electrical

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is essential.
• Completed recognised apprenticeship in Electrical or Multi‑Skilled Engineering is essential.
• Proven experience within an industrial maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Fault Finding: Diagnose and repair electrical faults across automated production equipment.
• Control Systems: Work with control panels, motors, drives, sensors, and associated systems.
• PLC Support: Support PLC fault finding (modification experience advantageous).
• Preventative Maintenance: Carry out planned maintenance activities to schedule.
• Mechanical Support: Assist with mechanical maintenance where required.
• Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to initiatives that reduce downtime and improve plant performance.
• Health & Safety: Ensure all work is completed in line with safety standards and procedures.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively within the maintenance team and alongside production colleagues.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

PLC fault diagnosis

Automation & production equipment

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Apprenticeship

Job description

Baxi, Preston manufacturing site, is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Electrical Bias to join our fast-paced team. You will diagnose electrical faults, maintain automated production equipment, and drive plant reliability on double day shifts.

We value hands-on problem solving, safety focus, and collaboration with mechanical colleagues to minimise downtime and optimise performance across the line. Qualifications include NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and a recognised electrical