Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Henderson Brown Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering team in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to maintain electrical distribution systems and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a BTEC or City & Guilds qualification and the IEE 18th Edition qualification, along with strong knowledge of electrical supply systems. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a market-leading pension scheme and gym membership.

Benefits

25 days plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Market leading Pension scheme

Travel to Work scheme

Free Parking

Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Proven ability to diagnose and repair electrical faults.
• Experience with local power and lighting systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the operation and routine maintenance of all electrical distribution systems.
• Undertake installation works and equipment upgrades.
• Monitor and respond to alarms via the Building Management System (BMS).

Skills

Strong knowledge of electrical supply systems

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Competent in the use of hand/power tools

Education

BTEC or City & Guilds qualification in a relevant electrical discipline

IEE 18th Edition qualification

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Location - Cambridge

Hours - Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30pm

Salary - up to £40,900

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established engineering team supporting a prestigious facility in Cambridge.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out the operation and routine maintenance of all electrical distribution systems, including CHP feeds, emergency standby supplies and systems operating under statutory regulations.
• Undertake installation works, equipment upgrades and building modifications.
• Monitor and respond to alarms via the Building Management System (BMS).
• Comply with statutory requirements, including Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and Installation Testing.
• Ensure the effective operation of normal, emergency and back‑up electrical supply systems, as well as the Fire Alarm system.
• Assist in preparing O&M budgets and cost estimates for minor works.
• Maintain accurate service and maintenance records.
• Liaise with specialist contractors servicing plant under your responsibility.

Requirements

• BTEC or City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant electrical discipline.
• IEE 18th Edition qualification.
• Strong knowledge of electrical supply systems and M&E engineering services.
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair electrical faults.
• Experience with local power and lighting systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong accuracy, attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Competent in the use of hand/power tools and machinery.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.

Benefits include:

• 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 28 after 3 years service.
• Life assurance
• Market leading Pension scheme
• Travel to Work scheme
• Free Parking
• Gym Membership

Should this be of interest, please apply or reach out (url removed)