Workshop Electrician

The Workdry Group; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Enhanced overtime pay

Medicash Scheme

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Long service leave

Life insurance (DIS)

Training and development

Employee assistance programme

Employee discounts

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Workdry International Ltd in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a hands-on electrician/maintenance technician to join our workshop team. You will maintain and test our electrical fleet of pumps and control panels, diagnose faults from wiring diagrams, and prepare repair estimates, all within a single-site, consistent routine.

The role emphasizes compliance with electrical regulations, a methodical approach to scheduling, and collaboration with Installation, Sales, and Fleet Support teams.

Qualifications

• Electrical installation or maintenance experience in industrial/commercial settings.
• Experience reading wiring diagrams and performing fault diagnostics.
• Solid knowledge of electrical systems and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Repair, test and maintain electrical pump sets and control panels.
• Diagnostics, fault-finding and modifications per diagrams.
• Prepare repair estimates using company systems and reports.
• Ensure compliance with wiring regs and safety standards.
• Keep workspace and tools clean and organized; collaborate with teams.

Skills

ECS Gold Card

3-phase wiring

Motors & control panels

IT literacy (Outlook & Word)

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations or Electrical Maintenance

AM2 (Achievement measurement 2)

IEE Wiring Regulations 18th edition

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Our Business

Selwood is the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK. We have an outstanding reputation for exceptional customer service backed by one of the largest fleets of quality pump products. Each customer and each project is unique and our deep technical knowledge means we are proud to deliver a bespoke and genuine 24/7, 365 days-a-year service. To help us achieve this we are looking for someone to join our current team and support our workshop electricians and customers. If you are an experienced electrician or mechanic with electrical experience within the construction industry and are looking for a career in a reputable business, then this is the role for you!

About The Role

As part of our continued growth, we're strengthening the support within our workshop and depot at our Stoke branch. We’re looking for a hands‑on, practically experienced individual to join us in maintaining and assessing our electrical fleet of pumps and control panels.

This is a workshop-based role with no call‑out requirement, making it ideal for someone who prefers working in a single location with a consistent routine.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, test and maintain all electrical/mechanical pump sets and electrical control panels
• Carry out diagnostics, fault‑finding, and modifications from wiring diagrams and specifications
• Prepare reports and repair estimates using company systems
• Ensure all work performed is compliant with the National Working Rules for the Electrical Contracting Industry, the current I.E.E. Wiring Regulations for Electrical Installations, and the Construction Industry Safety Regulations.
• Ensure that workspace, tools, and equipment are kept to a high standard both on and off site ensuring a clean safe working environment for all
• Communicate clearly and professionally with managers, colleagues, and internal teams.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams including Installation, Sales, and Fleet Support

Qualifications & Experience

• ECS Gold Card – Installation or Maintenance Electrician (essential)
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations or Electrical Maintenance (essential)
• AM2 (Achievement measurement 2) (essential)
• IEE Wiring Regulations 18th edition (essential)
• Proven experience with 3-phase wiring, motors, and control panels
• Demonstrable experience working as an electrician in similar industrial or commercial industry, preferably within a construction/utilities industry
• Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical systems, circuits & electrical / mechanical components
• A methodical approach, with the ability to work through a schedule and ensure all checks are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Well organised, able to organise paperwork, ensuring stock is always available and the equipment needed is on site.
• Previous experience with control panels would be advantageous, but not essential.
• Excellent IT skills including working knowledge of Microsoft package skills including Outlook and Word
• Demonstrable ability to share own knowledge and best practice, to help coach and develop apprentices and newer members of the team.

Please note, no vehicle is provided for this role so own transport to site would be necessary.

What we can offer you

• We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.
• Competitive salary
• Enhanced overtime pay
• Medicash Scheme – medical expenses scheme (access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships)
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service
• 3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)
• Support for development and training
• Employee assistance programme ( EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
• Employee referral scheme

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences. We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.