Maintenance Electrician

Job Description:

Maintenance Electrician

Loughborough, Leicestershire

Days

£44,000

CV Technical is recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing operation in Leicestershire for an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join their days-based maintenance team. This is a permanent, days-only position offering a strong salary and a stable, supportive working environment.

The business places a strong emphasis on equipment reliability, electrical safety and continuous improvement. Whilst a background in heavy manufacturing is an advantage, it is not a requirement - candidates with solid electrical competence and the right attitude are equally encouraged to apply.

The Role

• Plan and carry out preventive maintenance on electrical and control systems to maximise equipment reliability and uptime
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults efficiently, minimising production downtime
• Service and maintain motors, drives, PLCs, control panels, sensors and associated electrical equipment
• Support condition monitoring activities including thermography, insulation resistance testing and vibration analysis
• Assist with electrical installation, testing and inspection in line with current IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects targeting system reliability, downtime reduction and production efficiency
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation within the site CMMS
• Work closely with production, engineering and shift maintenance colleagues to deliver improvements
• Provide cover for the shift team during holidays and absence periods
• Work safely in line with all site procedures including LOTOTO, PPE and H&S standards

• Time-served apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering - essential
• NVQ Level 3 minimum, plus 18th Edition (IET Wiring Regulations) - essential
• Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills across industrial systems
• Hands-on experience with motors, drives, PLCs, control panels and industrial electrical equipment
• Sound understanding of PPM/TPM systems and CMMS platforms
• Good awareness of electrical and site safety procedures including LOTO, PPE and H&S
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
• Experience of predictive maintenance techniques such as thermography, vibration analysis or insulation testing - desirable
• Involvement in CI, reliability or equipment modification projects - preferable
• Heavy manufacturing background - desirable but not required

This vacancy is being managed on a strictly confidential basis by CV Technical Ltd. To find out more or to register your interest, please contact our team directly. All enquiries and applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.