Planned Electrical Craftsperson

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the South West is seeking a Planned Electrical Craftsperson for a full-time, permanent position in Plymouth. The role involves maintenance and repair of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards. The company offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a diverse team committed to sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

23-27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company van

Cycle scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Employee share schemes

Discounts

Competitive pension

Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science at grade C or above.
• Relevant formal qualifications (City and Guilds, BTEC, ONC/HNC/HND).

Responsibilities

• Perform planned maintenance on electrical equipment, including pumps and motors.
• Conduct fault finding and repairs on site.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Fault Finding

Safety Standards

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science

City and Guilds, BTEC, ONC/HNC/HND

Tools

VSDs

CompEx certification

Job description

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Client:

South West Water

Location:

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

0860f8813c30

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

At South West Water, we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations— with a vision and a culture that allows for change, improvement, and innovation. We’re proud to provide reliable, efficient, high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the South West. Our ambitions include reaching net-zero by 2030 and partnering with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks, and local organizations for a sustainable future. Join a diverse team where opportunities flow and new ideas are welcomed. Are you seeking a challenging and rewarding role to apply your skills? We are offering a full-time, permanent position as a Planned Electrical Craftsperson (Electrical Maintenance Engineer) based in Plymouth and Totnes. The salary ranges from £34,368 to £40,729 annually, with standby allowances, call-out, and overtime payments. Benefits include a company van, excellent perks, and a 37-hour workweek with 1 in 4 Fridays off.

Role overview: You will be responsible for fault finding, maintenance, and repair of SWW assets across various sites, ensuring asset availability and compliance, and supporting environmental and safety standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform planned maintenance on electrical equipment, including pumps, motors, switchgear, and treatment machinery.
• Conduct fault finding and repairs on site.
• Handle electrical control system repairs.
• Work in confined spaces and at heights using breathing apparatus if needed.
• Develop skills in installing and maintaining electrical systems in explosive atmospheres.
• Collaborate with other disciplines and maintain safety standards.
• Maintain training and competencies as per requirements.

Additional duties include ordering parts, installing new electrical equipment, assisting with complex problems, updating internal teams, and acting as the standby electrical craftsperson.

Qualifications and experience:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science at grade C or above.
• Relevant formal qualifications (City and Guilds, BTEC, ONC/HNC/HND).
• Compliance with IEE 18th Edition Regulations.
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable skills include Inspect and Test 2391-10, CompEx certification, experience with VSDs and motor control, understanding wiring diagrams, and working knowledge of LV systems.

Benefits:

• 23-27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell leave.
• Additional rota days, company van, cycle scheme, free parking, and more.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, employee share schemes, employee assistance programs, and discounts.
• Competitive pension, bonus, and other perks.

Application deadline: 23rd May 2025. Apply now to join as our Planned Electrical Craftsperson. Successful candidates will undergo a DBS check. We promote a culture of inclusion, diversity, and belonging, guided by our core values: Be Rock Solid, Be You, and Be the Future.