Repair Technician - Electrical

Kinetic plc; Middleton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic plc is seeking an experienced Electrical Repair Technician in Middleton, England. The role involves setting up and testing electronic equipment, diagnosing faults, and performing board-level repairs.

The candidate will interpret schematics and maintain component inventories while adhering to safety standards. The position is permanent, full-time, with a Monday-Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm shift and a Friday 7:30am-1:30pm finish.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electronic Technician or Electrical Repair Technician.
• Excellent English communication skills (spoken, written, and reading).
• Ability to interpret schematics and product drawings.
• Strong attention to detail with a methodical, analytical approach to problem solving.
• Electronics qualifications or exams are beneficial but not essential.
• Confident using MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and test electronic equipment to ensure full functionality and compliance with specifications.
• Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and refurbish electronic products to company standards.
• Identify and resolve issues on electronic circuit boards using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Use testing equipment to inspect, assess, and verify product performance.
• Replace components and complete board level repairs with precision.
• Perform soldering and de soldering of electronic components.
• Record test results accurately and report any faults or further repair requirements.
• Interpret technical drawings, diagrams, and repair instructions.
• Maintain stock of parts, components, and tools.
• Participate in training to enhance technical capability and product knowledge.
• Support continuous improvement by suggesting enhancements to processes and working methods.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment at all times.

Skills

Electrical repair

Schematics interpretation

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Electronics qualifications or exams (beneficial)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Repair Technician - Electrical

Permanent

Middleton, England, North West

£28000.00 - £32000.00 per annum

Kinetic as recruiting an experienced Electrical Repair Technician on behalf of a leading global supplier of safety components and engineered solutions to the railway industry.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation known for quality, innovation, and long term career development. This is a full time, permanent role, working Monday to Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm and Friday 7:30am-1:30pm. The salary is between £28000.00 - £32000.00 DOE with bonuses on offer.

Responsibilities

• Set up and test electronic equipment to ensure full functionality and compliance with specifications.
• Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and refurbish electronic products to company standards.
• Identify and resolve issues on electronic circuit boards using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Use testing equipment to inspect, assess, and verify product performance.
• Replace components and complete board level repairs with precision.
• Perform soldering and de soldering of electronic components.
• Record test results accurately and report any faults or further repair requirements.
• Interpret technical drawings, diagrams, and repair instructions.
• Maintain stock of parts, components, and tools.
• Participate in training to enhance technical capability and product knowledge.
• Support continuous improvement by suggesting enhancements to processes and working methods.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment at all times.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electronic Technician or Electrical Repair Technician.
• Excellent English communication skills (spoken, written, and reading) are mandatory.
• Ability to interpret schematics and product drawings.
• Strong attention to detail with a methodical, analytical approach to problem solving.
• Electronics qualifications or exams are beneficial but not essential.
• Confident using MS Office applications.

Other Details

• £28,000 - £32,000 per annum DOE, plus performance bonuses.
• Permanent role with genuine progression opportunities.
• Monday-Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm, Friday 7:30am-1:30pm (with some flexibility).
• Opportunity to join a global organisation with a strong reputation for quality and innovation.

All applications are handled with care, and suitable candidates will be contacted. CVs may be retained for future opportunities.

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