Electrical Technician

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based engineering and logistics company is looking for an Electrical Technician in Liverpool. You will ensure the smooth operation of heavy plant and equipment through both planned and reactive maintenance. The ideal candidate will have an ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering, experience with heavy plant, and strong diagnostic skills. The role offers a competitive salary package of £42,500 plus overtime and additional benefits including a company van and access to wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company van for commute

Up to 10% matched contribution pension scheme

Flexible benefits platform

Qualifications

• A minimum of ONC/HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience with heavy plant and equipment in an industrial setting.
• Strong practical knowledge of conveyor systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault diagnosis and repairs on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Prioritise breakdowns to minimise downtime.
• Support project work, quality assurance systems, and health and safety initiatives.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Electrical systems maintenance

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Education

ONC/HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Your new company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading UK-based engineering and logistics organisation that is undergoing significant investment and transformation. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, the company is committed to achieving Net Zero operations by 2040. Known for its cutting-edge facilities and forward-thinking approach, the business is expanding its team to support continued growth and operational excellence.

Your new role
As an Electrical Technician, you will be part of a dedicated Engineering team responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of heavy plant and equipment. Working Monday to Friday, your role will involve both planned and reactive maintenance activities, as well as modifications to a wide range of industrial machinery.
Key responsibilities include:

Performing fault diagnosis and repairs on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Prioritising breakdowns in collaboration with operations to minimise downtime.
Supporting project work, quality assurance systems, and health and safety initiatives.
Ensuring all work is documented and compliant with internal policies and HSE regulations.What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need:

A minimum of ONC/HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
Proven experience working with heavy plant and equipment in an industrial setting, ideally within quarrying or bulk handling environments.
Strong practical knowledge of conveyor systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating machinery.
Diagnostic and fault-finding skills using appropriate tools and techniques.
Familiarity with Permit to Work systems and incident reporting procedures.
Desirable: Knowledge of PLCs, drive control systems, HV networks, and CMMS platforms such as SAP.
Understanding of maintenance strategies like RCM, PM, CBM, and TPM.
A full, valid UK driving licence.What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

A competitive salary package of £42,500 +
Plenty of overtime is available.
A company van for commute
Up to 10% matched contribution pension scheme.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including healthcare cash plans, critical illness insurance, gym memberships, retail discounts, and more.
Opportunities for continuous learning and career development, with over 50,000 hours of training delivered last year.
Support for physical and mental wellbeing through an Employee Assistance Programme.What you need to do now
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