Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Biffa Ltd; Wrenthorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A waste management company in the UK seeks a Maintenance Technician - Electrical. The role includes maintaining compliance documents, diagnosing electrical issues, and using the CMMS system. Applicants should have an NVQ level 3 electrical qualification and strong fault diagnosis skills. Join a team focused on sustainability and community care.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ level 3 in electrical qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with control systems including PLCs and SCADA.
• Familiarity with maintenance standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain maintenance documents and drawings for compliance.
• Diagnose complex electrical and control issues.
• Use the CMMS system for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Strong fault diagnosis and rectification skills

18th Edition qualified

Good knowledge of electrical installations

Competent in using testing equipment

Excellent understanding of health and safety compliance

Working knowledge of Electricity At Work Regulations

Education

Minimum electrical qualification at NVQ level 3

BTEC ONC/OND, NVQ IV/V, BTEC HNC/HND level

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Electrical

Maintain maintenance documents and drawings to the required standard to ensure legal compliance.

Diagnose complex electrical, control, fibre, and Profibus communication issues.

Report poor maintenance practices and deviations from the Maintenance Management Framework and supporting business process standards.

Use the CMMS system for work orders, recording time, spares, and resources required for maintenance tasks.

Assist in mechanical plant upgrades as assigned by the Lifecycle Team Manager to ensure CLEER/Capex forms are completed on time and effectively.

Qualifications: Minimum electrical qualification (industrial facing) at NVQ level 3, BTEC ONC/OND, NVQ IV/V, BTEC HNC/HND level.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong fault diagnosis and rectification skills on control systems (PLCs, SCADA) and electrical systems from 24V DC to 415V AC.
• 18th Edition qualified.
• Good knowledge of electrical installations, testing, lighting maintenance, and in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment.
• Competent in using testing equipment and hand tools used in maintenance activities.
• Excellent understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Working knowledge of Electricity At Work Regulations (EaWR 1989), PTW, and LOTO systems.

At Biffa, we love working with waste—turning it into sustainable power, recycling, and keeping communities clean. Join our team of over 11,000 people committed to making a difference. We champion diversity and equality, fostering a creative and effective working environment.