Electrical Installation & Test Engineer

Cotteswold Dairy Ltd.; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

30 days’ holiday

Refer-a-friend scheme

Cycle to Work

Staff discount

Aviva pension

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Cotteswold Dairy Ltd. is seeking an Electrical Installation & Test Engineer to join the Engineering Department at our Tewkesbury site. You will support electrical maintenance, installation and fault finding across production and distribution systems, with emphasis on reliability, safety and regulatory compliance.

The role covers planned and reactive work on automation and high-speed machinery, with a focus on keeping operations running smoothly while adhering to strict health & safety standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrical Engineer with strong electrical bias.
• Experience in fault finding on automated/high speed machinery.
• Prior FMCG/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance across site.
• Respond to breakdowns and provide reactive maintenance support.
• Fault find, repair and test electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Carry out electrical installation work including single and three phase systems.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regulations and testing requirements.
• Assist with electrical improvement and installation projects.
• Conduct scheduled inspections and routine maintenance.
• Perform annual emergency lighting and distribution testing.
• Collaborate with Engineering Manager to adjust maintenance schedules.
• Follow Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Electrical bias

Fault finding

Independent working

Safety consciousness

Education

City & Guilds 2391-51

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Level 3 Award in Initial Verification

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Electrical Installation & Test Engineer – Engineering Department

Afternoon / Evening Shift Electrical Maintenance & Installation Tewkesbury

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Shift: Monday – Friday, 13:45 – 21:45

Location: Tewkesbury Production Site, GL20 8JE

Join Team Cotteswold

Established in 1938, Cotteswold Dairy is one of the UK’s leading independent family-owned dairies. From our Tewkesbury production site we supply fresh, high-quality dairy products to customers across the region, working closely with local farmers and communities. We are now looking for a skilled Electrical Installation & Test Engineer to join our Engineering Team. This role plays a key part in maintaining the reliability and safety of our production and distribution equipment, supporting both planned preventative maintenance and reactive engineering across the site.

The Role

Working as part of our Engineering Department, you will support the smooth operation of our production and distribution facilities through electrical maintenance, installation, and fault finding. The role involves working with a wide range of machinery and automated systems, requiring strong diagnostic skills and a proactive approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance across the Tewkesbury production and distribution site
• Respond to breakdowns and provide reactive maintenance support
• Fault find, repair, and test electrical and mechanical plant equipment
• Carry out electrical installation work including single and three phase systems
• Ensure compliance with electrical regulations, inspection protocols, and testing requirements
• Assist with electrical improvement and installation projects across site
• Conduct scheduled inspections, lubrication, and maintenance of machinery
• Perform annual emergency lighting and electrical distribution testing
• Work closely with the Engineering Manager to adapt maintenance schedules as required
• Follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Electrical Engineer with strong electrical bias
• City & Guilds 2391-51 – Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (Amendment 2)
• Level 3 Award in Initial Verification and Certification of Electrical Installations
• Strong electrical fault finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience working with automated or high-speed machinery
• Ideally experience within an FMCG or manufacturing environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage priorities
• Committed to delivering high standards of workmanship and safety

Why Join Cotteswold Dairy?

• Competitive salary with opportunities for progression
• 30 days’ holiday, increasing with service
• Refer-a-friend scheme (up to £500)
• Cycle to Work
• Discounted company products
• Aviva pension scheme (4% employee / 4.5% employer contributions)
• Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health
• Work as part of a supportive and skilled Engineering team