Electrical Technician

AB InBev; Penhow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global beverage company is seeking a skilled Electrical Technician for its Packaging Department in Penhow. This role involves performing electrical maintenance within a high-speed manufacturing environment, ensuring plant reliability, and supporting continuous improvement. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering, strong fault-finding skills, and experience with PLC systems. This position offers competitive benefits, including health coverage and a beer allowance.

Benefits

25 holidays per year

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Private medical insurance

Beer allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical qualification required.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and respond to electrical breakdowns.
• Fault-finding and repair of electrical equipment.
• Maintain and update electrical documentation via CMMS.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Working knowledge of PLC systems

Understanding of HACCP

Proactive safety-first approach

Lean manufacturing tools

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Brewing the world's most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem‑solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Technician to join our Packaging Department. This is a multi‑skilled engineering position focused on both planned and reactive electrical maintenance within a fast‑paced, high‑speed manufacturing environment. Reporting to the First Line Manager, you'll play a critical role in ensuring plant reliability, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across the site. You will work closely with other technicians and production teams to maintain operational excellence and safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond to electrical breakdowns
• Fault‑finding, repair, and root‑cause analysis of electrical equipment including motors, sensors, and control panels
• Support electrical upgrades and project work on new and existing equipment
• Maintain and update electrical documentation and records via our CMMS (SAP)
• Contribute to improving line performance, OEE, and reducing unplanned downtime
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, including safe isolation procedures
• Liaise with OEMs and external contractors for spare parts, service, and technical advice
• Support continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and drive reliability engineering practices
• Identify and support training opportunities within the team, especially for new technologies (e.g., PLCs, servo systems)
• Work within confined spaces, at height, or independently where required, following safe systems of work

Essential

• Recognised electrical qualification – e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing, FMCG, or similar high‑paced industrial environment
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills, particularly on automated production equipment
• Working knowledge of PLC systems, ideally Siemens S7 and/or Allen‑Bradley
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
• Experience using maintenance management systems (e.g., SAP) to record, track, and close work orders
• Understanding of HACCP, food safety requirements, and Continuous Improvement (CI) practices
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing tools or frameworks such as VPO (Voyager Plant Optimisation)
• Competent in developing or updating SOPs, Standard Work Instructions (SWIs), and training/learning documents
• Experience using plant optimisation tools such as PDCA, performance analysis, and 5 Whys methodology
• Knowledge of electrical safety regulations, including isolation procedures and permit‑to‑work systems
• A proactive, safety‑first approach to working in compliance with all site policies and procedures

Desirable

• Hands‑on experience with servo‑driven equipment and/or high‑speed packaging lines
• Exposure to utilities systems (e.g., compressed air, chilled water) or process automation technologies
• Basic understanding of microbiology, hygiene practices, or quality control processes relevant to food and beverage production

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Benefits

• 25 holidays per year + bank holidays & holiday trading options
• Pension (up to 8% employer contribution) & income protection
• Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits (fully funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym discounts, Employee Assistance Programme)
• 26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers
• A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
• 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community
• 4 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion
• Life assurance & charitable giving