Electrical Maintenance Technician

Simply Recruitment Group; St Helens; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in St Helens is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for a permanent position. This role includes performing preventative maintenance and diagnosing electrical faults on production equipment. Candidates need strong electrical fault-finding skills and qualifications in Electrical Engineering. The company offers a salary of £40-50,000 per annum plus 25 days holiday, healthcare, and a company bonus. Working hours are Monday to Friday with no night shifts.

Benefits

25 days' holiday

Company bonus

Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on electrical production equipment.
• Diagnose electrical faults on machinery.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of machinery.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

HNC/HND or equivalent

Tools

PLC systems

AC/DC motors

Variable speed drives

Job description

We are looking for an Electrical Maintenance Technician to work on a permanent basis in St Helens. The role is for a global manufacturing company.

The shifts for the Electrical Maintenance Technician are Monday to Friday; 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm (No nights).

Salary is c£40-50,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus 25 days' holidays, company bonus, healthcare, pension, etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical production equipment.
• Diagnose electrical faults on machinery including motors, sensors, control panels, PLCs, drives, and automation systems.
• Carry out mechanical repairs and adjustments as required, including work on pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, and general plant equipment.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise operational disruption.
• Assist in the installation, commissioning, and modification of machinery and production lines.
• Ensure all maintenance tasks are performed safely and in compliance with company procedures and industry regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, documentation, and equipment records.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and contribute to reliability and efficiency projects.
• Support cross-functional teams including production, quality, and engineering.
• Participate in shift patterns, on-call rota, or overtime as required.

Skills & Experience

• Time-served apprenticeship or recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
• Strong electrical fault‑finding skills within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Good mechanical aptitude and experience working on mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with PLC systems (Siemens, Allen‑Bradley, etc.) is desirable.
• Experience working with AC/DC motors, variable speed drives, sensors, and automated machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation, safe isolation procedures, and permit‑to‑work systems.

How to Apply for the Electrical Maintenance Technician

Please call Rebecca at "Simply Recruitment Group" or press APPLY NOW.