E&I Maintenance Technician

Location: Essex, United Kingdom
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-time, rotating shifts with overtime & on-call)

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Maintenance Technician to join a forward-thinking industrial team in Hertfordshire. This role offers long-term stability on a secure site with guaranteed operations for the next 15 years, alongside excellent benefits and clear career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation assets

• Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning of new systems

• Diagnose and resolve faults on pneumatics, PLCs (Allen Bradley), and variable speed drives

• Ensure compliance with site safety standards and operational requirements

• Work a rotating shift pattern with opportunities for overtime and on-call support

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent trade certification)

• Strong electrical background within heavy industry (energy, utilities, or process plants)

• Proven experience in troubleshooting, PPM, and complex installations

• Knowledge of PLCs, pneumatics, and drives

• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently in a safety-critical environment

Desirable:

• Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs

• Previous maintenance experience in large-scale industrial facilities

Additional Information:

Benefits include:

• Private medical cover, life insurance & EAP support

• Generous holiday package

• Recognition schemes and career development pathways

• Secure long-term workplace with ongoing investment in facilities and people