Multi skilled maintenance Engineer Elec Bias

Employment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician in the Leicester area. In this role, you will perform preventative and predictive maintenance on various electrical systems while ensuring operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ level 3 in electrical engineering and strong fault-finding skills. The position offers competitive pay and excellent benefits including 25 days of annual leave and a pension plan.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension auto enrolment (Employer 3% / Employee 5%)

Death in service 2 x annual salary

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Familiarity with 18th edition qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to SFG20 standards.
• Diagnose and repair faults efficiently to reduce downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure reliability and safety.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new systems.

Skills

Strong electrical fault-finding experience

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Familiarity with technical manuals

Ability to manage inventory control

Education

NVQ level 3 in electrical engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Employment Solutions are looking to recruit for an electrical maintenance technician

You will play a key role in delivering a safe, high-quality, and cost-effective maintenance service to site assets. For a large company based in the Leicester area You'll be responsible for all aspects of preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance across a range of electrical systems, ensuring operational efficiency.

In this hands‑on role, you'll also support operational teams, technicians, and management by providing expert technical assistance and overseeing maintenance routines and contractor coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to SFG20 standards on:
  • HVAC systems
  • UPS systems
  • RCDs and PAT testing
  • Lighting systems
  • LEV and fume cupboards
  • Boilers and air compressors
• Diagnose and repair faults efficiently to reduce downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections and proactive maintenance to ensure reliability and safety.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new systems and equipment.
• Keep detailed records of maintenance activities using a CMMS (tablet-based, training provided).
• Manage critical spare parts and ensure effective inventory control.
• Issue and manage Permits to Work for contractors, ensuring compliance and safety.
• Support black building testing and respond to alarms via the Trend BMS.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and performance initiatives.
• Deliver weekly reports in line with contractual KPIs.

Qualifications

Preferred should be an NVQ level 3 or equivalent in electrical engineering with experience in a similar role. Must have strong electrical fault‑finding experience, with 18th edition qualifications familiarity with technical manuals, schematics and drawings. To be able to work independently or part of a team.

Benefits

Excellent benefits with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension is an auto enrolment (Employer 3% / Employee 5%), death in service 2 x annual salary.

Perm position competitive salary of £40k per annum

Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30am to 5.30pm

Contact Details

For further information, please get in touch via email or call for a prompt response.

[e-mail] - 0161 8395353