Facilities Electrical Technician in Weymouth

Overview

As our business grows, we are seeking a Facilities Electrical Technician to join the Facilities & Maintenance team at our advanced manufacturing facility.

The role focuses on maintaining and developing electrical infrastructure to keep the site safe, compliant and operational, while driving improvements that enhance reliability, sustainability and efficiency.

You will work with colleagues across Engineering, Production, Health & Safety and external contractors, taking ownership of electrical compliance, planned maintenance, facilities projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical safety and statutory compliance across the site, ensuring adherence to the Electricity at Work Regulations, BS 7671 and other relevant legislation.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance for electrical infrastructure and associated building services.
• Coordinate statutory inspections, testing, certification and remedial works, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Support the maintenance and development of site utilities including electrical distribution, lighting, emergency systems and critical infrastructure.
• Deliver facilities improvement and capital investment projects from planning through to completion.
• Work closely with specialist contractors, reviewing RAMS, issuing permits to work and monitoring contractor performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, energy efficiency and overall site performance.
• Maintain technical records, asset registers, drawings and maintenance documentation.
• Support business continuity by ensuring facilities are maintained to the highest standards of safety and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Experience working within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance systems.
• Experience managing electrical compliance activities.
• Good understanding of the Electricity at Work Regulations and CDM Regulations.
• Experience managing contractors and safe systems of work.
• Strong organisational, communication and documentation skills.
• The ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects effectively.

Desirable Skills

• 2391/2394/2395 Inspection & Testing qualification.
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Knowledge of utilities management and energy reduction initiatives.
• Experience delivering facilities or infrastructure improvement projects.
• Familiarity with computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Benefits

• Wellbeing, financial and lifestyle benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support and counselling.
• Training on the systems, tools and processes to be effective in the role.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including a health cash plan, virtual GP and eye tests.
• Life assurance, pension support and savings options.
• Salary sacrifice benefits including gym membership, cycle scheme and will writing services.
• Family-friendly policies with enhanced leave for parents.
• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days.
• A welcoming culture with social events and groups to connect with colleagues.
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