Electrical Technician

Job Opportunity - Electrical Technician or Senior Electrical Technician

Location: West Bromwich, West Midlands

Quest Employment is recruiting on behalf of a reputable, family-owned company based in West Bromwich. Our client specializes in organo-sulphur synthesis and high-pressure hydrogenation, providing organic chemistry services globally. Their products serve industries including Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, and Specialty Chemicals.

Position: Electrical Technician or Senior Electrical Technician
Start Date: Immediate

Role Overview:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled Electrical Engineering team within a lower tier COMAH facility. We are looking for an experienced, qualified Electrical Technician.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and reactive electrical maintenance in an industrial setting.
• Carry out electrical plant installation and modification.
• Conduct statutory inspections.
• Utilize Computerised Maintenance Management Systems.
• Interpret equipment drawings, manuals, and technical information.
• Adhere to company safety protocols and permit to work systems.
• Have a good understanding of ATEX requirements (preferable).

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum RQF level 3 qualification (e.g., City & Guilds level 3) in a practical Electrical discipline.
• Recognized Electrical apprenticeship preferred.
• 18th edition electrical wiring regulations preferred.
• Compex (Ex01-04) & (Ex05-06) qualification is advantageous but not essential.
• Training in MEWP’s is advantageous.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary ranging from £33,276 to £35,016 depending on experience.
• Additional payment for an electrical call-in rota system (minimum £1.6k per annum for a 1 in 4 rota) after obtaining appropriate site knowledge.
• 25 days paid holiday plus UK Bank Holidays.
• 40-hour work week (Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm) with a 30-minute lunch break.
• Paid sick leave.
• Free life assurance.
• Access to a stakeholder pension scheme.
• Career development opportunities through internal and external training.

Interviews will be scheduled upon receiving suitable applications. Please note, only candidates with the right to live and work in the UK will be considered.

Join Quest Employment and become part of a team dedicated to excellence in chemical manufacturing and engineering.