Electrical Technician

Acorn by Synergie; Shotton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holiday

Annual salary review

Bonus scheme

On-site parking

Pension contribution

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an Electrical Technician for its Shotton site. You will maintain and improve electrical systems and production equipment to ensure safe, reliable operations, while supporting continuous improvement and teamwork across the engineering function.

The role focuses on electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and preventative programs within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with opportunities for training and career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical maintenance within manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of electrical control systems and PLCs; Siemens experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance, fault-finding and repairs on industrial machinery and process equipment.
• Deliver preventative maintenance programmes to minimise downtime and improve reliability.
• Diagnose electrical faults and respond to equipment breakdowns.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault-finding

PLC systems

Teamwork

Health & safety

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Job description

Electrical Technician

Location: Shotton, Flintshire (CH5)

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 + 10% shift allowance (up to £4,200)

Job Type: Permanent

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced Electrical Technician looking for your next challenge within a manufacturing environment?

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading UK manufacturing organisation seeking an Electrical Technician to join its engineering team at its Shotton site. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a range of industrial equipment and process machinery, playing a key role in maintaining operational efficiency, improving reliability and supporting continuous improvement.

You’ll be joining an established engineering environment where safety, teamwork and technical development are central to the operation.

The Role

As an Electrical Technician, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and improving electrical systems and production equipment to ensure safe, reliable and efficient manufacturing operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out electrical maintenance, fault-finding and repairs on industrial machinery and process equipment.
• Supporting and delivering preventative maintenance programmes to minimise downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Diagnosing electrical faults and responding effectively to equipment breakdowns.
• Working with external contractors and suppliers to obtain parts, equipment and technical support.
• Supporting and coaching production operators in electrical safety and basic maintenance practices.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance productivity, quality and cost efficiency.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Working collaboratively with production and engineering colleagues to maintain high operational standards.

About You

We’re looking for a proactive and technically capable Electrical Technician who can work effectively in a fast-paced industrial environment.

You’ll ideally have:

• An HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, although relevant experience will also be considered.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing, industrial or process environment.
• Knowledge of electrical control systems and PLCs; Siemens experience would be advantageous.
• Confidence using IT systems and engineering software.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• The confidence to support and coach colleagues where required.
• A strong commitment to health and safety, with a proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

In return, you’ll receive a competitive package, including:

• Salary of £38,000 - £42,000 per annum
• 10% shift allowance, worth up to £4,200
• 35 days' annual holiday
• Annual salary review
• Bonus scheme, subject to business performance
• Pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution and 6% employee contribution
• Ongoing technical training and professional development
• Free on-site parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee discount scheme, including selected automotive, telecommunications and local service providers