Electrical Maintenance Craftsperson / Technician

Breedon Group plc; Hilcote; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials group in the UK seeks an Electrical Craftsperson to join their maintenance team. You will be crucial in ensuring the safe operation of electrical systems in a heavy industrial environment. Key responsibilities include conducting planned maintenance inspections and maintaining the electrical integrity of the network. Candidates must have proven electrical experience and relevant certifications. Benefits include a company pension, bonus scheme, and gym access.

Benefits

Company Pension

Bonus scheme

Discount Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoptions Scheme

Free on-site Parking

Gym Access

Health & Wellbeing Initiatives

Life Assurance

Share Save Scheme

Volunteering Policy

Subsidised canteen

Holiday buy scheme

Digital GP

Qualifications

• Proven electrical experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplined team.
• Strong understanding of electrical maintenance methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of electrical isolation and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned maintenance inspections and corrective works.
• Preserve and maintain the electrical integrity of networks.
• Undertake electrical inspections, testing, and maintenance.
• Maintain control and instrumentation systems.

Skills

Proven electrical experience in a heavy industrial environment

Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplined team

Strong understanding of electrical maintenance methods and techniques

Knowledge of electrical isolation, control and instrumentation equipment

Time-served / apprentice-trained in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) certification

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)

Job description

Description

As an electrical craftsperson, you would be a key member of the maintenance team at Hope Works, responsible for ensuring the safe operation, serviceability, and compliance of electrical systems, plant, and equipment. You would play a critical part in maintaining the electrical integrity of the site-wide network, supporting operational efficiency and safety in a heavy industrial environment.

We are looking for a self‑motivated, reliable, and flexible individual with strong problem‑solving skills and a positive attitude toward improving workplace standards. You will work collaboratively within a multi‑disciplined team and assist in the development of trainees, while prioritising health, safety, and environmental standards at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Multi skilled electrical Engineering maintenance.
• Preserve and maintain the electrical integrity of the site wide network, to ensure the highest standards of electrical safety.
• Conduct planned maintenance inspections and corrective works of the plants fixed and rotating assets, in a heavy industrial environment, to include all HV & LV assets.
• Undertake electrical inspection & testing and maintenance to BS7671 including fault finding, repairing defects.
• Maintain and troubleshoot control & instrumentation systems.
• Undertake preventative maintenance of large motors and drive systems.
• Maintain HV & LV electrical networks
• Ensure accurate record‑keeping and adherence to schedules and procedures.
• Actively contribute to health and safety initiatives, including risk assessments, method statements, and reporting safety observations.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven electrical experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi‑disciplined team.
• Strong understanding of electrical maintenance methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of electrical isolation, control and instrumentation equipment, and basic IT systems.
• Time‑served / apprentice‑trained in Electrical Engineering or extensive relevant experience.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) certification.

Desirable (but not essential)

• HV Operational Safety Training Course C&G 9848-51 or equivalent (desirable)
• C&G 2391-52 Combined initial verification, periodic inspection, testing & reporting (desirable)
• IOSH Working safely or equivalent
• Safe isolation

Job Benefits

• Company Pension
• Bonus scheme
• Discount Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoptions Scheme
• Free on‑site Parking
• Gym Access
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
• Life Assurance
• Share Save Scheme
• Volunteering Policy
• Subsidised canteen
• Company pension
• Holiday buy scheme
• Share Save Scheme
• Employee discount schemes
• Digital GP

Breedon is a leading vertically‑integrated construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland.