Electrician / Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Experienced Electrician working a day shift pattern required for manufacturing company based in the northern part of Plymouth, the company has an excellent reputation in the city as an employer of choice. The successful applicant will have a primary focus on fixed wire EICR remedial work across the site but have the support of a wider engineering team.

This is a temporary leading to permanent opportunity with a view to replacing a long-term employee who is retiring.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Identify and diagnose issues in fixed wiring systems based on findings from Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs).
• Carry out necessary remedial work to rectify faults, defects, or non-compliances identified during EICRs.
• Conduct tests and verification procedures post-remediation to confirm satisfactory repairs.
• Perform thorough inspections of electrical installations to ensure compliance with current regulations and standards.
• Conduct various tests on electrical systems (low voltage) to identify faults and verify the safety and functionality of installations.
• Offer recommendations for necessary repairs, upgrades, or modifications to maintain safety and compliance.
• Keep up to date with the latest changes in electrical regulations and standards to ensure ongoing compliance and best practices.
• Support the Maintenance Engineering team in the installation and commissioning of new production lines, machines, and equipment as and when required. 

Essential Experience / Qualifications and Attributes Required:

• Recognised Apprenticeship within Electrical Installation coupled with relevant experience as an Electrician or Electrical Engineer.
• Test & Inspection 2391/2 or 2394/5.
• Strong Testing / Inspection and fault-finding skills.
• Domestic wiring experience (low voltage).

Highly desirable

• Working at height
• MEWP licence
• PASMA trained.
• Harness trained.

The package

• Starting salary up to £37,500
• Company bonus
• Pension
• Company Shares scheme
• 36 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

If you have the relevant experience and are looking for a new challenge, please submit an up to date CV by using the ‘apply’ button.

For an informal chat about this position please call Samantha Luxton at TQR on 01752 252533