Electrical Maintenance Technician

Hexagon Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing company in North Wales. The role offers £20.13 per hour with overtime opportunities. You will maintain machinery, perform PPM, and work closely with production teams. Applicants should have experience in a process environment, a strong understanding of PPM systems, and relevant qualifications in electrical engineering.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a process or production environment.
• Strong understanding of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) systems.
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities.
• Respond to breakdowns and diagnose faults.
• Conduct repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Understanding of PPM systems

Experience with industrial electrical installations

Education

HNC or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician - North Wales
£20.13 per hour + Overtime Opportunities
Full-Time | Permanent | Shift-Based Role

We are currently recruiting an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician on behalf of a long-established, market-leading manufacturing company based in North Wales. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong reputation and a high-performing engineering team.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving a fast-paced production facility. This is a hands‑on role within a small, skilled engineering team, focused on ensuring machinery reliability and minimising downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) activities
• Respond promptly to break‑downs and diagnose faults effectively
• Conduct repairs, servicing, and overhauls on a range of electrical and mechanical equipment
• Assist with continuous improvement projects and installation of new equipment
• Work closely with production teams to ensure safe and efficient operations

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience within a process or production environment (packaging machinery experience desirable)
• Strong understanding of PPM systems
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification
• HNC or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience with industrial electrical installations
• Excellent fault‑finding and diagnostic skills

Working Hours & Shifts

Monday to Friday, with flexibility for overtime and occasional weekend work.

Winter Shifts (September‑March):

• Week 1: 07:00‑19:00 (Mon‑Thu)
• Week 2: 07:00‑17:30 (Mon‑Thu) + 07:00‑13:00 (Fri)

Summer Shifts (April‑August):

• Week 1: 07:00‑16:30 (Mon‑Thu) + 07:00‑13:00 (Fri)
• Week 2: 07:00‑17:00 (Mon‑Thu)

If you're a proactive, hands‑on electrical engineer looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.