Electrical Installation & Test Engineer

Cotteswold Dairy; Walton Cardiff; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer‑a‑friend scheme

Cycle to Work

Discounted company products

Aviva pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Cotteswold Dairy in Tewkesbury is seeking an Electrical Installation & Test Engineer to uphold the reliability and safety of production and distribution equipment. You will perform electrical maintenance, installation and fault finding across automated systems, with a focus on compliance and safe working practices.

The role requires a strong electrical bias, City & Guilds 2391-51, 18th Edition and Initial Verification certification, plus experience with high-speed machinery in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 2391-51 – periodic inspection and testing.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (Amendment 2).
• Level 3 Award in Initial Verification and Certification.
• Experience with automation and high-speed machinery.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance at the site.
• Respond to breakdowns and provide reactive maintenance.
• Diagnose, fault-find, repair and test electrical/ mechanical plant.
• Carry out electrical installations, including single and three-phase systems.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regs, inspection protocols and testing.
• Assist with electrical improvements and installation projects.
• Conduct scheduled inspections and routine machinery maintenance.
• Perform annual emergency lighting and distribution testing.
• Adapt maintenance schedules with the Engineering Manager.
• Follow Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Electrical installation

Fault finding

Diagnostic skills

Independence

Manufacturing environment

Education

City & Guilds 2391-51

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Level 3 Initial Verification Certification

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Automation systems

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

Our Purpose

At Cotteswold Dairy, our purpose is “Being at the heart of a responsible and sustainable dairy community.” If you take pride in high‑quality engineering work and enjoy solving technical challenges in a fast‑moving production environment, we would love to hear from you.