Electrical Technician – Site & Plant Maintenance

Bouygues UK Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Volunteering days

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Bouygues UK Limited is seeking an Electrical Technician to install, inspect, test, maintain and repair electrical systems across construction projects, depots and facilities in Northampton with travel to sites as required.

The role requires BS 7671 knowledge, ECS Gold Card, CPCS Blue Card and a full UK driving licence, with strong fault diagnosis and lifting equipment understanding. You will work to safety standards and provide technical support to site teams.

Qualifications

• BS 7671 electrical regulations knowledge (18th edition) is required.
• ECS Gold Card as Maintenance Electrician is required.
• CPCS Plant Ticket (Blue Card) is required.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, inspect, test, maintain and repair electrical systems, equipment and associated control systems.
• Diagnose and rectify faults on electrical, electronic, PLC and control systems to minimise downtime and maintain operational reliability.
• Carry out electrical inspections and testing in accordance with BS 7671, statutory requirements and company procedures.
• Undertake electrical installations across industrial, commercial, construction and temporary works environments.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown repairs.
• Maintain, inspect and repair tower cranes, lifting equipment, plant, machinery and associated electrical safety systems.
• Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations, health and safety legislation, and company quality standards.
• Complete maintenance records, inspection reports, test certificates, defect reports and other required documentation.
• Provide technical support during equipment installation, commissioning, operation, dismantling and decommissioning.
• Liaise with project teams, clients, suppliers and subcontractors to resolve technical issues and support project delivery.
• Assist with site surveys, inspections and technical assessments, providing recommendations where required.
• Identify defects, safety concerns and opportunities for improvement, escalating issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Participate in emergency breakdown response and out-of-hours support when required.

Education

BS 7671 18th Edition

ECS Maintenance Electrician Gold Card

CPCS Plant Ticket (Blue Card)

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Bouygues UK Limited is seeking an Electrical Technician to install, inspect, test, maintain and repair electrical systems across construction projects, depots and facilities in Northampton with travel to sites as required.

The role requires BS 7671 knowledge, ECS Gold Card, CPCS Blue Card and a full UK driving licence, with strong fault diagnosis and lifting equipment understanding. You will work to safety standards and provide technical support to site teams.