Electrical Systems Technician – PLCs, Wiring & Testing

Veolia Water Technologies; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Job summary

Veolia Water Technologies in Peterborough is seeking an Electrical Assembly Technician for a 12‑month FTC. The role is based on site, 37.5 hours per week, with a comprehensive benefits package and 26 days annual leave.

You will fabricate, install, test, and fault‑find electrical systems tied to water treatment equipment. The position requires City & Guilds Level 3 in electrical installations, 18th Edition, and PLC experience.

Qualifications

• Industrial electrical experience required.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations and safety standards.
• Experience wiring and fault finding PLC controlled equipment.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication, installation, and documentation of electrical systems.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings.
• Testing electrical systems incorporating PLCs, HMIs, VFDs and relays.
• Commissioning of special build equipment, electrically and mechanically.
• Maintaining quality through inspections and repairs of equipment.
• Electrical inspection and testing (EIC, EICR and PAT).

Skills

Industrial electrical experience

PLC fault finding

Education

City and Guilds Level 3 in electrical installations or equivalent (mandatory)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Veolia Water Technologies in Peterborough is seeking an Electrical Assembly Technician for a 12‑month FTC. The role is based on site, 37.5 hours per week, with a comprehensive benefits package and 26 days annual leave.

You will fabricate, install, test, and fault‑find electrical systems tied to water treatment equipment. The position requires City & Guilds Level 3 in electrical installations, 18th Edition, and PLC experience.