Maintnenance Technician

Electrical Technician
South Wales
£44,000 - £46,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Yolk recruitment is actively working with an established Engineering Service provider who are looking to find an Electrical Technician to join their team, This is a brilliant opportunity to join a team undergoing positive change, with a strong focus on culture, succession, and future growth. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, shift and on-call allowances, and a performance-based bonus paid twice a year. The company also offers pension contributions up to 6%, optional healthcare, and flexible working around the festive period.

With upcoming projects and expansion this is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business with personal development at its core.

Position Overview

As an electrical technician you will play a vital part in maintaining the production lines and reducing downtime. This role is for an individual who is proactive and will thrive in an environment with little oversite, being able to think on your feet and make the correct decision is vital.

An individual with these skillsets will excel in this business with a clear line of progression to Engineering Management.

This is what you'll be doing:

• Perform reactive maintenance across machinery and the wider facility, ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to enhance processes and minimise downtime.
• Develop expertise in PLC systems, CNC machinery, and Hydraulic systems.
• Continue building and advancing hands-on skills in both electrical and mechanical disciplines.

What You'll Bring:

• Electrical bias with hands-on experience in fault finding and component replacement
• Knowledge of Siemens PLC systems , Drives and Inverters (training provided if needed)
• A minimum of an NVQ level 3 but ideally a HNC qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• A proactive attitude and interest in long-term development
• Resilience and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic team culture
• Willingness to work rotating shifts including a 1in3 weekend on call

And this is what you'll get in return:

• £45,500 per annum
• 6% matched pension
• Overtime opportunities (Paid hourly or Hours banked)
• 2 x Half Year bonuses of circa £5k combined ( Dependent on business performance)
• Professional development opportunities with a clear line of progression to Engineering Management within 18 months.

Are you up to the challenge?

Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Jacob Purcell.

Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.