Electrical Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 March 2026
LOCATION
Preston
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,000 / year
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
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SKILLS

Electrical maintenance Electrical engineering Health and safety Problem solving Communication skills CMMS Microsoft Office Supervisory experience

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About the role

- 37.5 hours per week - Monday - Friday - £38,000 - £40.000 per annum - [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Rewards

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We are looking for Electrical Engineer to join our team. To support the delivery of statutory, legislative, and mandatory electrical maintenance on a client site. The role involves carrying out planned and reactive electrical maintenance, as well as undertaking minor new works as directed, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practice standards.

What You’ll Do

  • Diagnose electrical faults and repair assets within technical capability.
  • Undertake routine maintenance and ensure systems are maintained to appropriate regulatory and best practice standards.
  • Carry out like-for-like asset replacement and minor new works as directed.
  • Build and maintain professional working relationships with clients and internal teams.
  • Support and mentor trade apprentices.
  • Make decisions within parameters set by the Line Manager, using job-specific knowledge and experience.
  • Maintain awareness of cost/benefit considerations applicable to tasks performed.
  • Promote sustainability and understand the environmental impact of actions taken.
  • Adhere to health and safety procedures and safe systems of work at all times.

What We’re Looking For

  • Approximately 7 years’ experience as a Technician in a technical maintenance environment.
  • Previous supervisory experience.
  • Capable of fulfilling an Authorised Person / Responsible Person role.
  • Strong practical electrical engineering skills, with working knowledge of engineering compliance and best practice standards.
  • Experience working independently and managing workload effectively.
  • Practical experience working to health and safety standards and safe systems of work.
  • Understanding of Helpdesk procedures and workflow requirements.
  • Full, clean UK driving licence (25+)

Skills & Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 5 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
  • Systematic approach to problem solving.
  • IT literate, with experience using Microsoft Office and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers and team members.
  • Ability to self-manage, prioritise and meet deadlines.

What we offer:

  • Training and professional development opportunities.
  • A supportive team environment.
  • Opportunities for career progression.
  • The chance to make a real impact in a visible, people-focused role.
  • A friendly and supportive work environment
  • Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
  • Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
  • Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.

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