Job Description: Shift Maintenance Electrician Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum Shift Pattern: Continental shift – 4 on, 4 off (2 days, 2 nights) Location: Static site Job Type: Full-time, Permanent The Role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Shift Maintenance Electrician to join the maintenance team at a static site. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrician to take responsibility for planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across site electrical systems, ensuring equipment and facilities remain safe, reliable and operational. Working a continental shift pattern of four days on and four days off, alternating between two day shifts and two night shifts, you will play a key role in minimising downtime, responding to breakdowns and maintaining high standards of electrical safety and site performance. The successful candidate will be electrically qualified to Level 3 in Electrical Installation and hold the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification. They will be confident working independently and as part of a wider maintenance team in a fast-paced, operational environment. Key Responsibilities * Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems, equipment and site infrastructure. * Respond to reactive maintenance requests, electrical faults and equipment breakdowns. * Diagnose faults and undertake effective fault-finding to minimise downtime and maintain site operations. * Complete electrical repairs, testing and installations within the scope of your qualifications and competence. * Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with relevant electrical regulations, health and safety legislation and site procedures. * Support the safe isolation of equipment and systems, following permit-to-work and lockout/tagout procedures where applicable. * Maintain accurate maintenance records, job sheets and reports using the site's maintenance management system. * Identify potential improvements to equipment reliability, energy efficiency and maintenance processes. * Work collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and other site teams to ensure effective maintenance delivery. * Ensure tools, equipment and working areas are kept safe, clean and compliant with site standards. * Report recurring faults, potential hazards and any issues that may affect site operations. Essential Requirements * Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation or an equivalent recognised electrical qualification. * 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (BS 7671). * Experience in electrical maintenance, fault-finding and repair. * Experience carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance. * Good understanding of electrical safety, safe isolation and relevant health and safety procedures. * Ability to diagnose faults methodically and work effectively under pressure. * Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Flexibility to work the continental shift pattern, including days, nights, weekends and public holidays as required. Desirable Experience * Experience working in a commercial, industrial or facilities maintenance environment. * Familiarity with building services, electrical distribution systems, motors, control panels and associated equipment. * Experience using a computerised maintenance management system (CMMS). * Additional electrical testing, inspection or maintenance qualifications. What's on Offer? * Circa £50,000 annual salary. * Continental shift pattern: 4 on, 4 off, consisting of 2 day shifts and 2 night shifts. * Permanent position on a static site, with no routine travelling between sites. * A varied role covering both planned and reactive electrical maintenance. * The opportunity to develop your technical skills within an established maintenance environment. * The opportunity to contribute directly to site reliability, safety and operational performance
Electrical Shift Engineer in Bristol employer: Nova Artes Engineering
At Nova Engineering, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer by offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Wilmslow location provides a supportive environment with structured training and clear career progression opportunities, allowing you to grow into roles such as consultant or account manager. With competitive salaries and a range of benefits, we are committed to helping our employees thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact in the engineering sector.
