Electrical Maintenance Technician

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Coventry
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£45,000 / year
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
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SKILLS

Electrical maintenance Level 3 Electrical Installation (C&G 2360/2365) Inspection & Testing (C&G 2391) 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Fault finding and diagnostics CAFM system Risk assessment Full UK Driving Licence

FULL DESCRIPTION

Electrical Maintenance Technician

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to join their Facilities and Maintenance team in Coventry. This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary of £43,000-£45,000 per year, excellent pension scheme, and flexible working.

The Vacancy

Due to growth within our Facilities and Maintenance team, we have a great opportunity for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team. This will suit a skilled and proactive Electrical Maintenance Technician looking for a new challenge. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical maintenance, inspections, and installations across [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] facilities, helping to ensure our sites operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with statutory regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out daily electrical preventative maintenance activities across all facilities
  • Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns and ad-hoc maintenance requests
  • Perform fault finding, diagnostics, and problem-solving on plant, machinery, and building systems
  • Complete electrical installations, including new connections for plant and machinery, and support commissioning and decommissioning activities
  • Undertake Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) testing
  • Review and assess external contractors’ health and safety documentation before work begins on site
  • Liaise with contractors and suppliers, clearly communicating technical requirements and issues
  • Produce accurate service reports for all work completed
  • Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities relating to equipment or system faults
  • Assist with the creation of risk assessments and ensure all work is completed safely

Who are we looking for?

You'll be an experienced electrical professional with a strong maintenance background and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous learning.

Essential Skills, Qualifications & Experience

  • Previous experience in a maintenance or facilities-based role
  • Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification (e.g. C&G 2360, 2365, or equivalent)
  • Level 3 Inspection & Testing qualification (e.g. C&G 2391 or equivalent)
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • Able to work at height and in varying environments
  • Full UK Driving Licence (essential for the role)
  • Willingness to participate in a 24/7 out-of-hours standby rota
  • Ability to use a mobile device or tablet to manage jobs via a CAFM system
  • A flexible, self-motivated approach with a clear desire to learn and develop

Desirable

  • PAT Testing qualification or experience

About The MTC

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing. The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities. With world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool, and Oxford, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult.

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