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Electrical Maintenance Technician

Buy It Direct Group

Huddersfield

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A leading online retailer in Huddersfield is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to manage maintenance across multiple sites. This role focuses on ensuring safety and operational efficiency while performing electrical upkeep, inspections, and urgent repairs. Candidates must be certified, possess a driving license, and have experience in a similar role. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including a healthcare cash plan and employee discounts.

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan
Free parking
Birthday off after a year
Holiday purchase scheme
Staff discount scheme
Autonomy to make a difference

Qualifications

  • Hold City & Guilds 18th Edition certification.
  • Have prior electrical maintenance experience in a multi-site or warehouse environment.
  • Possess a full UK driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct electrical maintenance across all sites.
  • Perform periodic inspections and testing according to regulations.
  • Certify electrical work adhering to legal standards.
  • Record all work using the job management system.

Skills

Electrical maintenance experience
Ability to work independently
Team collaboration
Knowledge of EICRs
Experience with job management platforms
Full UK driving license

Education

City & Guilds 18th Edition

Tools

Jira

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician - Huddersfield

Client: Buy It Direct Group

Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 64bdafb16ba4

Job Views: 24

Posted: 12.08.2025

Job Description

Buy It Direct is hiring an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to work across our warehouse and office locations. This practical, hands-on role focuses on ensuring safety, compliance, and the smooth operation of essential systems.

You will perform a mix of planned maintenance, reactive tasks, and project work, playing a key role in maintaining operational efficiency and compliance.

Responsibilities
  • Perform electrical maintenance across all sites, including planned works, preventative checks, and urgent repairs.
  • Conduct periodic inspections and testing in line with current regulations.
  • Certify all electrical work according to legal and industry standards.
  • Accurately record all work using the in-house job management system (Jira).
  • Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager on task updates, resourcing, and escalations.
  • Collaborate with the wider maintenance team to ensure consistent support across the business.
  • Identify issues early and resolve them effectively to contribute to operational efficiency.
  • Work flexibly, including evenings or weekends when required.
Requirements
  • City & Guilds 18th Edition (BS Wiring Regulations).
  • Previous experience in a similar electrical maintenance role, ideally in a multi-site or warehouse setting.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team.
  • Experience with EICRs and electrical certification.
  • Familiarity with job management platforms (e.g., Jira).
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.
  • General maintenance experience outside of electrical work is an advantage.

If you believe you have the skills we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

At Buy It Direct, we dare to be different. We’ve built this business from the ground up to become one of the UK's largest and fastest-growing online retailers. We are proud of our products and services across our six award-winning online brands, including Laptops Direct, Appliances Direct, Better Bathrooms, and Furniture. We listen, learn, and challenge the status quo, paying attention to the details that matter, and aim to delight our customers by putting them at the heart of what we do.

Hours: 40

Benefits:

  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Free parking
  • Birthday off after a year
  • Holiday purchase scheme for work-life balance
  • Staff discount scheme
  • Autonomy to make a difference
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