Electrical Technician

Key Responsibilities:

Installation & Maintenance

• Install, test, commission, and maintain electrical systems, equipment, and wiring in line with safety regulations, BS 7671, and company quality standards.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and scheduled servicing on electrical, mechanical, and AMHE equipment to minimise downtime and maintain product flow.
• Inspect systems to identify hazards, defects, deterioration, and required repairs.
• Diagnose and repair Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, PLC, and PC‑based faults, prioritising issues effectively.
• Monitor system performance, identify recurring faults, and conduct data evaluation and error analysis to support continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, fault reports, and technical records.
• Ensure spare parts are kept at optimal levels.

Troubleshooting & Repair

• Use diagnostic tools, schematics, and technical documentation to identify electrical faults.
• Repair or replace wiring, components, motors, control panels, and instrumentation.
• Restore systems to full operational function in a timely and safe manner.

Technical Support

• Support engineering and project teams with equipment upgrades, commissioning activities, and modifications.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering drawings.
• Assist with installation and testing of new technologies and systems.

Safety & Compliance

• Work in full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, completing risk assessments where required.
• Follow all company quality processes and procedures.
• Ensure all work meets required safety and electrical standards.

Professional Conduct

• Represent the company professionally and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Identify and support continuous improvement and potential sales opportunities.

Knowledge, training and experience required

• Level 3 Electrical Qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (desirable).
• ONC/HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (electrical preferred).
• Apprenticeship‑trained or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with industrial equipment, automated machinery, or conveyor systems (preferred).
• Understanding of control systems, PLC fundamentals, PIX programming and technical manuals.
• PC literacy.
• Ability to work at height and in various environments.
• Flexibility to work shifts or on‑call rotas where required.

Please apply by submitting your CV or emailing joinus@wsgenergyservices.com.