Maintenance Electrician

Manpower; Hawkesley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Option to purchase additional annual/m

Cycle to Work

Gym membership discounts

Insurance options

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Paid volunteering days

Family-friendly policies

Ongoing training and development

Genuine career progression

Job summary

Manpower is recruiting a Maintenance Electrician to join a large facilities management team in Redditch. The role focuses on planned and reactive electrical maintenance within a secure, operational environment and offers strong training and career progression.

You will perform fault diagnosis, inspections, and documentation while complying with health and safety standards, working both independently and with a wider team.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Electrical Installation qualification or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification (17th Edition candidates considered with upskilling).
• Experience in maintenance, facilities management, building services, or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive electrical repairs.
• Diagnosing faults and undertaking repairs to electrical systems and equipment.
• Conducting inspection, testing and certification in line with BS7671.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT literacy

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 2 Electrical Installation qualification

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Maintenance Electrician

Location: Redditch

Salary: £30,866 - £36,135 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 39 hours per week, working on a structured rota

Additional Allowance: 15% enhancement for participation in a 1 in 3 weekend rota

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join a well-established facilities management team supporting a secure and operational environment. This is more than just a maintenance role. It offers a stable, long-term career opportunity, excellent training and development prospects, and the chance to work within a diverse and technically varied environment.

Why Apply?

• Permanent position with long-term job security.
• Competitive salary of £30,866 - £36,135, dependent on experience.
• 39-hour working week with a structured rota.
• Additional 15% allowance for weekend working.
• Clear career progression opportunities into Team Leader and Management positions.
• Ongoing training and development, including support to obtain the 18th Edition qualification where required.
• Excellent employee benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

As a Maintenance Electrician, your duties will include:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive electrical repairs.
• Diagnosing faults and undertaking effective repairs to electrical systems and equipment.
• Conducting inspection, testing and certification activities in accordance with BS7671 regulations.
• Ensuring all electrical systems remain safe, compliant and operational.
• Supporting the maintenance of a secure and well-managed environment.
• Working independently as well as collaboratively within a wider facilities management team.
• Completing associated maintenance documentation and records accurately.
• Adhering to all Health & Safety legislation, risk assessments and safe systems of work.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

• Level 2 Electrical Installation qualification or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification (17th Edition candidates will also be considered with the willingness to upskill).
• Previous experience within maintenance, facilities management, building services, or a similar environment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Proactive approach to work with a strong focus on safety and compliance.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Basic IT literacy.

Desirable

• Experience working within secure, highly regulated, or critical environments.
• Knowledge of electrical testing and inspection procedures.
• Understanding of wider building services systems.

About the Site

This is a large, well-established site offering a varied and rewarding working environment. The role provides exposure to a diverse range of electrical systems and maintenance activities, making it ideal for electricians who enjoy problem-solving and technical challenges. The site benefits from a strong engineering team, structured maintenance operations, and good transport links from Redditch and the surrounding Midlands area.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the environment, successful candidates will be required to obtain relevant security clearance before starting employment. Full support will be provided throughout the application process.

Benefits

• Generous pension scheme.
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Flexible benefits package, including:
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Insurance options
• Retail and lifestyle discounts.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

Applications are welcomed from candidates from all backgrounds. If you meet most, but not all, of the requirements listed, we encourage you to apply as training and development support may be available for the right candidate.