Maintenance Technician

Hilton Garage; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based engineering and logistics organisation is looking for an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their team in Wolverhampton. You will be responsible for maintaining heavy plant and equipment, performing both planned and reactive maintenance. The role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, with a competitive salary of £42,500 plus additional benefits including overtime, a company van, and a robust pension scheme. Opportunities for continuous training and personal development are also offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Overtime availability

Company van for commuting

Pension scheme

Healthcare cash plans

Gym memberships

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of ONC/HNC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in an industrial setting, ideally quarrying or bulk handling.
• Strong knowledge of conveyor systems and rotating machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault diagnosis and repairs on various systems.
• Collaborate with operations to minimise downtime.
• Document all work and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Fault diagnosis and repairs

Electrical engineering

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Diagnostic skills

Education

ONC/HNC/NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading UK‑based engineering and logistics organisation that is undergoing significant investment and transformation. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, the company is committed to achieving Net Zero operations by 2040. Known for its cutting‑edge facilities and forward‑thinking approach, the business is expanding its team to support continued growth and operational excellence. Your new role As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will be part of a dedicated Engineering team responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of heavy plant and equipment. Working Monday to Friday, your role will involve both planned and reactive maintenance activities, as well as modifications to a wide range of industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Performing fault diagnosis and repairs on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Prioritising breakdowns in collaboration with operations to minimise downtime.
• Supporting project work, quality assurance systems, and health and safety initiatives.
• Ensuring all work is documented and compliant with internal policies and HSE regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A minimum of ONC/HNC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience working with heavy plant and equipment in an industrial setting, ideally within quarrying or bulk handling environments.
• Strong practical knowledge of conveyor systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating machinery.
• Diagnostic and fault‑finding skills using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Familiarity with Permit to Work systems and incident reporting procedures.
• Desirable: Knowledge of PLCs, drive control systems, HV networks, and CMMS platforms such as SAP.
• Understanding of maintenance strategies like RCM, PM, CBM, and TPM.
• A full, valid UK driving licence.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package of £42,500 +
• Plenty of overtime is available.
• A company van for commuting.
• Up to 10% matched contribution pension scheme.
• Access to a flexible benefits platform including healthcare cash plans, critical illness insurance, gym memberships, retail discounts, and more.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development, with over 50,000 hours of training delivered last year.
• Support for physical and mental wellbeing through an Employee Assistance Programme.