Electrical Technician

British Pipeline Agency Limited; Walsall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hydrocarbon transport is seeking an Electrical Technician to join their team in Walsall. This role involves performing maintenance on electrical systems and troubleshooting breakdowns. Candidates should have a recognised qualification in electrical discipline and experience in maintenance and fault finding. The position offers a competitive salary of £40,000, with OTE earnings up to £55,000, alongside generous benefits including a company van, private medical insurance, and a robust pension scheme.

Benefits

Company van

Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% employee)

Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)

Life insurance (4x annual salary)

28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays

Overtime pay 1.5x - 2x

Additional holiday purchase scheme

Family friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

Employee assistance support scheme

Various well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician with maintenance experience.
• Willingness to commit to ongoing learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance and inspections.
• Work on electrical and control & instrumentation systems.
• Respond to breakdowns at operational sites.

Skills

Hands-on experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding

Good numeracy and communication skills

Proficiency in English

Education

Recognised professional qualification in a relevant electrical discipline

Job description

Location

Tamworth

Application Deadline

Friday, January 2, 2026

Job Summary

Job Title: Electrical Technician

Department: Operations

Location: Tamworth

About BPA

At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50 / 50 by BP and Shell-two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in "Keeping the UK Moving 24 / 7 / 365" by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.

Our People

What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver "best in class" technical advice and services to our clients.

What will you be doing?

We are looking for a qualified electrician with maintenance experience who wants to join a supportive team environment. This is an opportunity to expand your knowledge and develop new skills through a structured training and competency development programme.

• Performing electrical maintenance and inspections
• Working on a variety of electrical and control & instrumentation (C&I) systems
• Responding to breakdowns at operational sites
• Commit to ongoing learning and development

What You'll Need

• A recognised professional qualification in a relevant electrical discipline
• Hands‑on experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding
• Good numeracy and communication skills and proficiency in English
• A full and valid driving licence.

Basic Salary: £40,000

OTE Earnings up to £55,000 Including Overtime, Standby Allowance and Bonus

Benefits

• Company van
• Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% employee)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)
• Life insurance (4x annual salary)
• 28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
• Overtime pay 1.5x - 2x
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee assistance support scheme
• Various well‑being initiatives

Join us and become a vital part of a team, Keeping the UK Moving 24 / 7 / 365!

Diversity & Inclusion

We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don't meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.