Site Electrician

Matthey; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, Milton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings

Share plans

Saving accounts

House saving funds

Life and disability insurance

Commuter allowances and loans

Medical plans

Fitness discounts

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Plc is hiring a Site Electrician for a site-based role in Royston, Hertfordshire. The position is a 24-month fixed-term contract focusing on electrical installation, inspection, and maintenance in an industrial environment.

The role requires reporting on faults, installing circuits, and coordinating with other trades to ensure safe, compliant operations. It offers competitive pay and benefits with hybrid/flexible working considerations where applicable.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in electrical installation.
• Ability to produce minor works and electrical install certificates.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working on single and three-phase systems.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Lighting Checks and general lighting repairs/replacements inside and external.
• Electrical Danger Notification Remedials including test reports as required.
• New circuit install including producing EIC Certs and circuit removals including schedule updates.
• Small number of PAT Testing / Visual inspection on portable equipment in interim of others.
• Site services maintenance PPMs.
• Coordinate with other tradespeople to avoid service conflicts.
• Decide the best method to execute assigned electrical tasks within compliance standards.

Skills

Fault finding

Single-phase systems

Three-phase systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Job description

Job title: Site Electrician

Location: Royston, Hertfordshire, UK (site-based role)

This role is a 24-month fixed term contract.

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Site Electrician, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Electrician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and components in industrial environments. You must be safety-conscious, have strong troubleshooting skills, and work well both independently and as part of a team.

The role:

• Emergency Lighting Checks and general lighting repairs/replacements inside and external
• Electrical Danger Notification Remedials including test reports as required
• New circuit install including producing EIC Certs and Circuit removals including schedule updates
• Small number of PAT Testing / Visual inspection on portable equipment in interim of others
• Site services maintenance PPM’s
• Other Tradespeople – such as plumbers, carpenters, and HVAC technicians to coordinate work and avoid service conflicts
• Decide the best method to execute assigned electrical tasks (e.g. wiring routes, equipment positioning, etc.) within compliance standards

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• Ability to produce minor works and electrical install certificates
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Experience working on single and three phase systems.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• House saving funds
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter allowances and loans
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.