Electrical Maintenance Technician

Electrical Maintenance  Technician – Energy from Waste / Process Plant- Exeter

Monday to Friday | Days Role | Up to £50,000 | 1 in 4 Callout

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Technician to join a busy and well-established Energy from Waste / Process Plant operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled electrical professional looking for a stable Monday to Friday days-based role within a heavy industrial environment.

The Role

As the Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and fault diagnosis of all electrical equipment across the plant, ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the facility.

You will work closely with the Electrical Engineer and wider engineering team, supporting both planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown work, while also assisting with contractor supervision and plant safety.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out planned and reactive electrical maintenance across the plant

Fault finding, diagnosis, and rectification of electrical breakdowns

Supporting safe and efficient plant operations at all times

Conducting plant inspections and area safety inspections

Assisting with contractor coordination and supervision where required

Completing accurate maintenance reports using the CMMS system

Carrying out risk assessments and method statements

Ensuring compliance with site safety rules, procedures, and permit systems

Supporting continuous improvement across maintenance and HSE performance

Covering Electrical Engineer duties when required

Maintaining high housekeeping standards across the workplace

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience within electrical maintenance, installation, or engineering in heavy industry, power generation, process plant, manufacturing, or similar environments

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively

Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work safely under pressure and to tight deadlines

Qualifications Required

Relevant electrical qualifications such as City & Guilds / NVQ / BTEC / ONC / HNC (or equivalent)

A completed recognised electrical apprenticeship

Post-apprenticeship industrial experience within a relevant engineering environment

Package

Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience

Monday to Friday days-based role

Stable and long-term career opportunity

Opportunity to work within a critical and growing energy sector

If you're an experienced Electrical Technician looking for your next challenge in a secure and rewarding environment please press apply or reach out to Ryan Guy on or (phone number removed)