Electrical Technician

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Technician to ensure reliable and GMP-compliant operation of production-related equipment in Hatfield. The role involves maintenance, fault-finding, and repairs, along with project collaboration. Candidates should have a time-served apprenticeship or relevant experience, and strong skills in fault-finding and documentation. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Time‑served apprenticeship or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Proven fault‑finding skills and ability to read engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to prioritise and plan work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance, fault finding and repair of electrical equipment.
• Engage in project work to enhance system efficiency.
• Document equipment failures and corrective actions.
• Perform PLC and computer‑based system backups.

Skills

Fault‑finding skills

Electrical installations

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Documentation skills

Education

Time‑served apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Electrical Technician

Location: Hatfield
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive

Reed Engineering is working with a globally recognised company that is looking for someone to join their Engineering team as an Electrical Technician, reporting to the Senior Production Engineering Manager. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliable and GMP‑compliant operation of production‑related equipment in their Manufacturing and Packaging machinery. If you are dedicated to maintaining high standards and driving continuous improvement, this position is for you.

Day-to-Day of the Role

• Conduct maintenance, fault finding and repair of all electrical equipment and controls associated with production processing and packaging equipment to meet production priorities and maintain GMP compliance.
• Engage in project work, collaborating with other departments to enhance system efficiency and reliability.
• Document equipment failures and corrective actions in CMMS systems such as Maximo to prevent recurrence of faults.
• Perform PLC and computer‑based system backups.
• Maintain a multi‑disciplined, flexible approach to team working, supporting a range of tasks as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Time‑served apprenticeship or equivalent experience in a relevant field (City & Guilds level 3, BTEC Level 3, NVQ level 3, ONC/HNC/HND or technical equivalent).
• Proven fault‑finding skills and ability to read engineering drawings.
• Aptitude for producing neat, clear and concise documentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to prioritise and plan work effectively.
• Computer literacy is essential.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Knowledge of PLC and computer‑based systems.
• Experience modifying parameters of configurable devices such as inverters, controllers and transmitter devices.
• Capable of electrical installations for industrial equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.

How to Apply

To apply for the Electrical Technician position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.