Maintenance Technician (Electrical) – Day Shift

Mercury Hampton Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Wigan is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician (Electrical) to ensure efficient production operations. The role involves both planned and reactive maintenance, diagnosing electrical faults, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have a City & Guilds Level 3 qualification through an electrical apprenticeship and substantial experience in a maintenance setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Strong team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum four years’ experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks and interpret engineering drawings.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults independently.
• Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

City & Guilds Level 3

Time-served Electrical Apprenticeship

Tools

PLC systems (Allen Bradley/Siemens)

Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Wigan, UK
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Full-Time | Day Shift

I am recruiting on behalf of my client, a well-established manufacturing company based in Wigan, for a Maintenance Technician (Electrical) to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of production through effective maintenance and repair of equipment.

The Role:

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults independently and as part of a team.
• Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks.
• Assist with breakdowns as required.
• Utilise Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) – SAP.
• Work efficiently, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety standards.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement.

What My Client is Looking For:

• Qualified to City & Guilds Level 3 through a time-served Electrical Apprenticeship.
• At least four years’ experience in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical tasks and interpret engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of PLC systems (Allen Bradley/Siemens).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and maintenance software (SAP).
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours when required.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work for a well-respected company with a strong team culture.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

How to Apply:
If you have the relevant skills and experience, please get in touch to discuss this opportunity further. I would be happy to provide more details about the role and my client.