Maintenance Electrician

Heidelberg Materials Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 57,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Ongoing training and development

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is seeking a Maintenance Electrician for the Ketton site. You will maintain, troubleshoot and improve electrical systems across heavy industrial equipment, helping maximise plant reliability and safety.

The role requires City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, LV/HV knowledge, fault-finding skills, and a proactive approach to safety. 57k-59k salary with benefits; 12-hour shift pattern and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Electrical maintenance experience in heavy industry or utilities.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities on industrial systems.
• Knowledge of motors, drives, controls and instrumentation.
• Experience with LV/HV electrical systems; training can be provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on industrial plant and equipment.
• Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Maintaining and testing LV and HV electrical systems.
• Supporting plant improvement projects and equipment upgrades.
• Working with motors, drives, switchgear, transformers and control systems.
• Fault-finding on PLC and automation systems and ensuring safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault-finding

Motors & drives

LV/HV systems

PLC & automation

Education

City & Guilds qualification in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

ONC/HNC/HND (desirable)

Job description

## Maintenance ElectricianApply: Stamford, United Kingdom: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 9, 2026 (27 days left to apply): JR10018677Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.## Maintenance Electrician**Ketton Site | £57,000 - £59,000 depending on experience + Benefits | 12-Hour Shift Pattern**Are you an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer or Electrician looking for your next challenge?At Heidelberg Materials, we're looking for a skilled **Maintenance Electrician** to join our team at our Ketton site. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of heavy industrial equipment, develop your technical expertise, and play a key role in keeping our operation running safely and efficiently.### The RoleAs a Maintenance Electrician, you'll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving a variety of electrical systems across our site. Your work will directly contribute to maximising plant reliability, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.### ### What You'll Be Doing* Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on industrial plant and equipment* Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance activities* Maintaining and testing LV and HV electrical systems* Supporting plant improvement projects and equipment upgrades* Working with motors, drives, switchgear, transformers, and control systems* Fault-finding on PLC and automation systems* Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with relevant regulations and site procedures### ### What We're Looking ForWe're keen to hear from candidates with experience in industrial electrical maintenance, manufacturing, heavy industry, utilities, power generation, quarrying, cement, steel, chemical, FMCG, or similar environments.You will ideally have:* Electrical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)* Experience working on industrial electrical systems* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills* Knowledge of motors, drives, controls, and instrumentation* Experience of LV/HV systems (training can be provided for the right candidate)* A proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement### ## **Skills & Qualifications*** Trained in **HV/LV systems** (essential)* **City & Guilds qualification** in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)* ONC / HNC / HND (desirable)* Strong fault-finding and diagnostic experience* Knowledge of industrial plant, controls, and instrumentation**Why Join us?**At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.* Competitive salary of **£57,000 - £59,000*** Excellent benefits package* Opportunity to work with advanced industrial equipment and control systems* Ongoing training and development* Be part of a collaborative and supportive maintenance team* Long-term career opportunities within a global organisation**Rewards & Benefits**We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:* Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member* Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance* Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause* Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)* Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities##At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.### About usAt Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement.As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry.We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s).You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact [e-mail] for additional information or to request accommodations.We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive.Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.