Sobre esta vaga de Maintenance Electrician na Heidelberg Materials
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.
Maintenance Electrician
Ketton Site | £57,000 - £59,000 depending on experience + Benefits | 12-Hour Shift Pattern
Are you an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer or Electrician looking for your next challenge?
At Heidelberg Materials, we're looking for a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join our team at our Ketton site. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of heavy industrial equipment, develop your technical expertise, and play a key role in keeping our operation running safely and efficiently.
The Role
As a Maintenance Electrician, you'll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving a variety of electrical systems across our site. Your work will directly contribute to maximising plant reliability, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Be Doing
- Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on industrial plant and equipment
- Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance activities
- Maintaining and testing LV and HV electrical systems
- Supporting plant improvement projects and equipment upgrades
- Working with motors, drives, switchgear, transformers, and control systems
- Fault-finding on PLC and automation systems
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with relevant regulations and site procedures
What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in industrial electrical maintenance, manufacturing, heavy industry, utilities, power generation, quarrying, cement, steel, chemical, FMCG, or similar environments.
You will ideally have:
- Electrical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- Experience working on industrial electrical systems
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of motors, drives, controls, and instrumentation
- Experience of LV/HV systems (training can be provided for the right candidate)
- A proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement
Skills & Qualifications
- Trained in HV/LV systems (essential)
- City & Guilds qualification in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
- ONC / HNC / HND (desirable)
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic experience
- Knowledge of industrial plant, controls, and instrumentation
Why Join us?
At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.
- Competitive salary of £57,000 - £59,000
- Excellent benefits package
- Opportunity to work with advanced industrial equipment and control systems
- Ongoing training and development
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive maintenance team
- Long-term career opportunities within a global organisation
Rewards & Benefits
We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:
- Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
- Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
- Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
- Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
- Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities
