Electrical Maintenance Technician – Ride Control & PLCs

Ford & Stanley Talentwise

Greater London

On-site

GBP 42,338 - 51,747

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd in Surrey (near London) is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to keep high-profile UK attractions safe and running. You’ll work on rollercoasters, water rides, ride control systems, PLCs and electrical infrastructure in a unique outdoor environment.

The role offers rotating shifts 06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00, permanent contract, and a salary around £47,043 plus benefits.

Qualifications

  • Experience within electrical maintenance, manufacturing, industrial, FMCG, automation or similar engineering environments.
  • Strong electrical fault finding and diagnostic capability.
  • A hands on approach with excellent problem solving skills.
  • The ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out daily safety inspections, testing and pre-opening checks across electrical systems and attractions.
  • Perform planned preventive maintenance to maximise reliability and performance.
  • Diagnose and resolve electrical faults.
  • Respond to breakdowns and operational issues quickly and effectively.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot PLC controlled equipment and automated systems.
  • Work across rollercoasters, water rides, themed attractions and electrical infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with mechanical engineers and operations teams to ensure attractions remain safe and available.
  • Read schematics and maintain maintenance records and compliance documentation.

Skills

Electrical maintenance
Electrical fault finding
Hands-on approach
Problem solving

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLCs
Control systems
Automation

Job description

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd in Surrey (near London) is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to keep high-profile UK attractions safe and running. You’ll work on rollercoasters, water rides, ride control systems, PLCs and electrical infrastructure in a unique outdoor environment.

The role offers rotating shifts 06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00, permanent contract, and a salary around £47,043 plus benefits.

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