Weekend Maintenance Electrical Technician

First Achieve Ltd; Livingston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Maintenance Electrician for a permanent position in Livingston. The role involves diagnosing electrical faults, performing installations, and ensuring high standards of work. Ideal candidates will have City & Guilds or equivalent qualifications and experience in fault finding and maintenance. The position offers a competitive salary between £38,400 and £39,200 per annum. Weekend working or a 3-shift rotation is required.

Benefits

Opportunity for development

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrician with valid trade papers.
• Proven track record in fault finding and reading technical/electrical drawings.
• Experience in using test equipment and performing hands-on electrical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults using test equipment.
• Perform electrical installations and planned preventative maintenance.
• Collaborate with the maintenance and production teams to minimise downtime.

Skills

Fault finding

Reading technical drawings

Electrical installations

Scheduled maintenance

Working at heights

Computer literacy

Education

City & Guilds 2360, HNC, or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Electrician (Weekend Working) - Permanent Position - Livingston

Day shift Night Shift
Friday 6am to 6pm Friday 6pm-6am
Sat 6am to 6pm Sat 6pm-6am
Sun 6am to 6pm Sun 6pm-6am
Monday 6am - 12pm

First Achieve's Engineering Department is actively recruiting an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join our client in Livingston on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults using test equipment and hand tools.
• Perform electrical installations and planned preventative maintenance.
• Interpret technical documentation, including work instructions, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and to high standards.
• Collaborate with the maintenance and production teams to minimise downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using computer-based systems.

Skills & Experience

• Time-served Electrician with City & Guilds 2360, HNC, or equivalent qualification.
• Proven track record in fault finding and reading technical/electrical drawings.
• Experience in using test equipment and performing hands-on electrical repairs.
• Competent with electrical installations and scheduled maintenance work.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Computer literate and able to manage basic digital records and systems.

What’s in It for You

• Opportunity to develop and grow within a globally recognised manufacturing site.
• Competitive salary: £38,400 - £39,200 per annum.

Essential Criteria

• Must be time-served with valid trade papers.
• Willing to work a 3-shift rotational pattern OR standard weekend hours (based on preference).
• Able to commute reliably to Livingston.
• Strong work ethic, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced Maintenance Electrician looking for your next challenge with a leading manufacturer, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or call one of our engineering experts to discuss further. Note: sponsorship is not available.