Maintenance Technician (Electrical) Competitive salary: £38,024 base salary £6,852 shift allowance £1,771 on-call allowance 3-on / 2-off / 3-nights / 7-off shift pattern offering excellent work-life balance Overtime paid at 1.5x basic rate full specialist training provided Strong benefits package including pension (up to 9%), life assurance, health cash plan & more Role Overview We are recruiting a technician with an electrical bias to join a busy industrial maintenance team at a large manufacturing site in Fort William. The role involves carrying out both reactive and planned preventative maintenance to ensure plant equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably. You will also be responsible for diagnosing electrical faults, supporting installation and improvement projects, and working in accordance with strict safety and compliance procedures. This is a great opportunity for a qualified electrician seeking a stable role with strong benefits, structured shift pattern, and ongoing development within a heavy industrial environment. Key Responsibilities Carry out reactive and planned preventative maintenance on plant and equipment Diagnose and repair electrical faults in production equipment Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics Complete maintenance and changeover activities within set timescales Follow isolation procedures and safe systems of work Support installation and project improvement work Record all maintenance activity accurately using CMMS Complete risk assessments and Take 5 checks before tasks Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and compliance Inspect tools, equipment, and PPE prior to use Report incidents, hazards, and maintenance issues Essential Requirements Time-served Electrical Apprenticeship or recognised qualification Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills Good understanding of health and safety practices Ability to work independently and as part of a team Benefits Bonus scheme Pension contribution (4%-9%) Life assurance (6x salary) Health cash plan Onsite gym and wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme Education support grant (£1,000 per child in university annually) Cycle to work scheme Employee discounts and reward programmes Full training and development opportunities Working Pattern 3 days on, 2 days off, 3 nights on, 7 days off