Electrical Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food manufacturer in Liverpool is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician. This role involves diagnosing and repairing electrical faults, carrying out preventative maintenance, and supporting improvement projects. Ideal candidates will have completed an electrical apprenticeship and have strong fault-finding skills, particularly with PLC systems. The position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for growth, and exposure to advanced technologies in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for further training

Supportive team environment

Exposure to a wide range of electrical systems

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• A time-served electrical apprenticeship or equivalent technical training.
• Familiarity with IEE Wiring Regulations and electrical safety standards.
• Commitment to health & safety, food safety, and quality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Supporting improvement projects across the facility.

Skills

Strong fault-finding skills

PLC systems experience

Good communication skills

Proactive mindset

Flexibility for weekends

Health & safety compliance

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

Job description

Job Description

Your new company is a well-established and forward-thinking food manufacturer based in Liverpool, known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. Operating in a fast-paced production environment, the company values its people and invests in their growth. With a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement, this is a place where skilled professionals thrive.

Your new role as an Electrical Maintenance Technician will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the site's production equipment. You'll be responsible for diagnosing and repairing electrical faults, carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and supporting improvement projects across the facility. This is a hands-on, varied role that offers exposure to cutting-edge control systems and automation technologies.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who has recently completed an electrical maintenance apprenticeship or is looking to build on their early career experience in a supportive and technically challenging environment.

What you'll need to succeed

• A time-served electrical apprenticeship or equivalent technical training
• Strong fault-finding skills and experience with PLC systems (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell)
• Familiarity with IEE Wiring Regulations and electrical safety standards
• A proactive mindset and willingness to contribute to continuous improvement
• Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and out-of-hours call-outs
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving
• Commitment to health & safety, food safety, and quality compliance

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for further training and development
• A supportive team environment with experienced mentors
• Exposure to a wide range of electrical systems and technologies
• The chance to make a real impact in a growing and stable industry
• Career progression within a company that values technical excellence and innovation

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