Maintenance Electrician

NAVANTIA UK; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced electrical maintenance technician. The role involves preventative and reactive maintenance of a variety of electrical systems and machinery. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation and experience in a planned maintenance environment. The position offers competitive pay, a pension scheme, health care benefits, and 33 days of holiday. This opportunity supports personal and professional growth in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive base pay

Company pension

Health care cash plan

33 days holiday (pro rata)

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical fault-finding techniques and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within a periodic planned maintenance environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and electronic circuit diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on fixed and mobile plant equipment.
• Respond quickly to electrical breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Install and commission electrical and electronic equipment in line with legislation.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding techniques

Problem-solving skills

Troubleshooting mechanical/electrical components

Ability to read circuit diagrams

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

17th or 18th Edition qualification

Job description

Planned & Preventative Maintenance

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on a wide range of fixed and mobile plant equipment in accordance with the company’s periodic planned maintenance system.
• Complete maintenance inspection records accurately and in full, ensuring compliance with internal processes and regulatory standards.
• Undertake routine testing, calibration, and inspection of electrical systems and equipment to prevent breakdowns and optimise operational performance.

Reactive Maintenance & Fault-Finding

• Respond quickly and effectively to electrical breakdowns across the site to minimise downtime and disruption.
• Diagnose and rectify complex electrical faults using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Carry out reactive repairs on mobile plant including road vehicles, forklift trucks, mobile cranes, gantry cranes, cherry pickers, and scissor lifts.
• Repair, replace, or overhaul defective components in motors, generators, controllers, switchboards, wiring systems, and DC installations.

Installation & Project Support

• Install, modify, and commission electrical, electromechanical, and electronic equipment and machinery in line with relevant legislation and internal standards.
• Read, interpret, and work from electrical and electronic schematics, circuit diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Support engineering projects, upgrades, and improvement initiatives by providing technical input and completing associated electrical works.

Compliance, Safety & Documentation

• Ensure all electrical systems are maintained in compliance with current IET wiring regulations (17th / 18th Edition).
• Verify that all electrical work meets relevant safety standards and statutory requirements.
• Follow company procedures including Risk Assessments, Method Statements (RAMS), Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), Permit-to-Work requirements, and Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation including job sheets, electrical test results, and maintenance logs.

General Duties

• Work effectively as part of the Maintenance team, providing support, knowledge sharing and input into continuous improvement activities.
• Liaise with supervisors, production teams, and external contractors to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with company standards and best practices.
• Actively participate in training, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical fault-finding techniques and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within a periodic planned maintenance environment, including inspection and documentation.
• Competence in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical / electrical components on a variety of mobile plant and lifting equipment.
• Experience working on DC systems and associated components.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and electronic circuit diagrams and schematics.
• Understanding of electrical legislation and safety protocols including RAMS, SSOW, permits, and LOTO.
• High Voltage awareness or experience with High Voltage switching

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (2357 or 5357) or BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or Level 4 / 5 HNC / HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (or similar)
• Time‑served electrician with proven industrial and / or maintenance experience.
• 17th or 18th Edition qualification.

Desirable

• MEWP operation training
• Working at Height training
• Confined Space training

The Package

• Competitive base pay
• Company pension
• Health care cash plan
• 33 days holiday (pro rata)
• Onsite parking

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on‑line please contact us at people.skills@harland‑wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.