Electrical Maintenance Technician

Distinct Consultancy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct Consultancy is recruiting an Electrical Maintenance Technician for a permanent, days-based role at a busy Trafford Park site. You will maintain and improve plant reliability, carry out planned maintenance, respond to electrical faults, and support upgrades within a safety-focused team.

The role offers a Monday–Friday early shift (06:00–14:30), a strong manufacturing environment, and opportunities to develop fault-finding, wiring, and PLC-related skills while contributing to continuous

Qualifications

• Level 3 Electrical Maintenance qualification or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with S7 PLC controllers.
• Knowledge of ABB inverters.
• Understanding of Profibus and SCADA systems.
• Experience working with 110/240/415V AC systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to fault-find emergency stop and safety circuits.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across the site.
• Responding to and resolving electrical breakdowns and emergency repairs.
• Diagnosing faults on complex electrical systems.
• Fault finding on 110V, 240V and 415V AC systems.
• Troubleshooting emergency stop circuits.
• Working with S7 PLCs, ABB inverters, Profibus and SCADA systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.
• Supporting machinery upgrades and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintaining accurate records through the maintenance management system.
• Maintaining appropriate levels of engineering spares and supporting improvements to spare-parts storage.
• Assisting with purchasing and ensuring parts are sourced efficiently.
• Supporting the wider maintenance team with mechanical and electrical activities.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop and working environment.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with company health & safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Diagnostic skills

Continuous improvement

Team player

Education

Level 3 Electrical Maintenance qualification

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

S7 PLC controllers

ABB inverters

Profibus

SCADA systems

Electrical drawings

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Trafford Park | Permanent | £42,700–£48,000 DOE

Monday–Friday | 06:00–14:30 | 43.75 hours per week

Are you an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician looking for a permanent days-based role with a strong manufacturing business?

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join an established engineering team in Trafford Park, supporting the maintenance and reliability of a busy manufacturing site.

This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically qualified engineer who enjoys fault finding, preventative maintenance and continuous improvement, and wants to work Monday to Friday on a fixed early shift.

The Role - Electrical Maintenance Technician

Working as part of the maintenance team, you will be responsible for keeping site machinery and equipment operating safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across the site.
• Responding to and resolving electrical breakdowns and emergency repairs.
• Diagnosing faults on complex electrical systems.
• Fault finding on 110V, 240V and 415V AC systems.
• Troubleshooting emergency stop circuits.
• Working with S7 PLCs, ABB inverters, Profibus and SCADA systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics.
• Supporting machinery upgrades and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintaining accurate records through the company's maintenance management system.
• Maintaining appropriate levels of engineering spares and supporting improvements to spare-parts storage.
• Assisting with purchasing and ensuring parts are sourced efficiently.
• Supporting the wider maintenance team with mechanical and electrical activities.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop and working environment.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with company health & safety procedures.

What we're looking for - Electrical Maintenance Technician

You will ideally have:

• Level 3 Electrical Maintenance qualification or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with S7 PLC controllers.
• Knowledge of ABB inverters.
• Understanding of Profibus and SCADA systems.
• Experience working with 110/240/415V AC systems.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Ability to fault-find emergency stop and safety circuits.
• PAT testing knowledge and an understanding of relevant statutory requirements.
• Good understanding of industrial machinery and electrical maintenance.

Desirable Experience

It would also be advantageous if you have experience with:

• Electrical inspection and testing.
• Mechanical maintenance.
• Conveyors, bearings, gearboxes and motors.
• Counterbalance forklift trucks.
• IPAF.

The Person

We're looking for someone who is:

• Proactive and hands-on.
• Well organised with excellent time management.
• Comfortable working under pressure.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Safety-conscious with excellent attention to detail.
• Committed to continuous professional development.
• Keen to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and increased reliability.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy engineering environment where your electrical skills will have a direct impact on plant reliability, production uptime and continuous improvement.

You'll work Monday to Friday, 06:00–14:30, giving you a strong work-life balance while developing your career within a modern manufacturing environment.