Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Alton Towers Resort; Alton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to ensure the safety and efficiency of thrilling rides and attractions. In this dynamic role, you'll perform maintenance and troubleshooting on complex electrical systems, contributing to the continuous improvement of operations. With a focus on safety and performance, you'll work in a fun environment that values your expertise. Enjoy a range of benefits, including holidays, company bonuses, and ongoing training, while making a significant impact on guest experiences. If you're passionate about high-performance systems, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Merlin Annual Passes

Merlin Magic Pass

Company bonus

Pension scheme

Discounts

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering qualifications with relevant on-the-job training.
• Proven maintenance experience in fast-paced environments focusing on control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on electrical systems for rides.
• Troubleshoot control systems, ensuring safe operation.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Electrical engineering qualifications

Maintenance experience

Control systems knowledge

Flexibility to work weekends

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Level 3 Electrical Certificate

Tools

PLCs

AC/DC drives

Electrical schematics

Job description

About Us:

Alton Towers Resort is the UK’s most thrilling destination, home to iconic rides and attractions enjoyed by millions of guests every year. We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our world-class rides and facilities.

The Role:

As an Electrical Engineer at Alton Towers Resort, you’ll bring your knowledge in planned and reactive maintenance to help maintain and improve the park’s electrical systems. You'll work across various rides and infrastructure, troubleshooting and resolving issues efficiently while prioritizing safety and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on electrical systems for rides, attractions, and facilities.
• Fault-find and troubleshoot control systems, including PLCs and AC/DC drives.
• Utilize electrical schematics for maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
• Ensure safe operation of ride control systems.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of electrical systems and processes.
• Support the maintenance team to minimize downtime and enhance guest experience.
• Conduct all work in accordance with health and safety standards and regulations.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Electrical engineering qualifications (degree, diploma, or certificate to Level 3) with relevant on-the-job training, ideally via an apprenticeship or accredited training scheme.
• Proven maintenance experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment such as FMCG, focusing on control and automation systems.
• Strong fault-finding skills on complex electrical systems, including PLCs, drives, and industrial networks.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and system maintenance.
• Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays.
• Benefits include 28 days holiday, Merlin Annual Passes, Merlin Magic Pass, company bonus, pension scheme, discounts, ongoing training, and more.

If you’re an experienced Electrical Engineer passionate about maintaining high-performance systems in a fun environment, we’d love to hear from you.