Electrical Technician

E3 Recruitment; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company in Manchester is seeking an Electrical Technician to maintain and repair equipment on a lower-tier COMAH site. This role offers a competitive salary up to £45,000 per year with benefits including bonus structure, flexitime, and additional leave. The ideal candidate should have an RQF Level 3 qualification and at least three years of experience in a relevant field.

Benefits

Bonus structure

Additional leave

Company pension

Flexitime

Qualifications

• Minimum RQF Level 3 qualification in a relevant discipline.
• At least three years' experience, preferably in an ATEX Zone.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on systems to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and actively participate in plant safety programs.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment failures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Preventive Maintenance

Compliance with HSE

Education

RQF Level 3 qualification (e.g., City & Guilds Level 3)

Recognised apprenticeship

Job description

An opportunity for an Electrical Technician to join a leading Chemical Manufacturing company in Manchester, offering a salary of up to £45,000 per year. This Monday to Friday, days-based role comes with a range of benefits, including a bonus structure, additional leave, company pension, flexitime, and various other incentives.

As a Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment on a lower-tier COMAH site, ensuring compliance with HSE, ATEX, and COMAH standards. You will troubleshoot faults, implement solutions, interpret technical drawings, and support plant operations, including shutdowns and contractor coordination.

Electrical Technician Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on systems to minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations by actively participating in plant safety programs and promoting HSE best practices.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Interpret and utilise technical drawings, including loop diagrams and line schematics, for fault-finding and repairs.
• Recommend and implement equipment modifications to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Execute preventive maintenance programs, ensuring adherence to HSE, ATEX, COMAH, and company standards.
• Support and participate in plant shutdowns, contributing both technically and practically as required.

To be considered for this Electrical Technician role, the ideal candidate will hold a minimum RQF Level 3 qualification (e.g., City & Guilds Level 3) in a relevant discipline and have at least three years prior experience, preferably in an ATEX Zone. A recognised apprenticeship will also be considered.

Please apply direct for further information regarding this Electrical Technician Opportunity.