Field Electrical Maintenance Technician – Growth & Benefits

Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water; Chester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Up to 11% pension contributions

34 days annual leave (pro rata)

Job summary

Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water is seeking a Maintenance Technician (electrical bias) in Chester. You will join a field-based team delivering planned maintenance and improvements across assets, investigating faults and ensuring uptime.

Responsibilities include installations, refurbishments, and commissioning to spec, with a strong emphasis on safety, documentation, and collaboration with contractors. A recognised electrical apprenticeship with NVQ3/City & Guilds and a driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship in electrical or dual skilled engineering with NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds equivalent
• Full driving licence
• Experience of working in a team
• Experience of analysing information to spot potential problems
• Industry experience to support apprenticeship and ensure H&S compliance
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to build networks with internal departments
• Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure
• Awareness of regulatory bodies (DWI/ NRW)
• Proficiency with Microsoft software and other operational systems

Responsibilities

• Work in a field-based role as part of a team on planned maintenance activities for Welsh Water assets
• Investigate plant failures and perform scheduled maintenance to minimise breakdowns
• Carry out installations, refurbishments and assist commissioning to specification
• Audit spares and materials and order items as needed
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain personal and coworker safety
• Communicate professionally in difficult situations and aim for quick resolutions
• Update information in IT systems daily
• Coordinate with external contractors on large capital schemes for safe delivery
• Organise own time and perform routine work with minimal supervision
• Undertake other duties as required to meet business needs

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water is seeking a Maintenance Technician (electrical bias) in Chester. You will join a field-based team delivering planned maintenance and improvements across assets, investigating faults and ensuring uptime.

Responsibilities include installations, refurbishments, and commissioning to spec, with a strong emphasis on safety, documentation, and collaboration with contractors. A recognised electrical apprenticeship with NVQ3/City & Guilds and a driving licence are required.