Electrical Maintenance Engineer

About Holcim
We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and planet.
From our foundations in 1858 we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.
But as our industry enables growth, it must also change. Tackling the very real carbon and climate challenges demands real action. That’s why our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality.
With 4,000 colleagues across 200+ sites, we’re passionate about helping Britain grow and thrive — doing the right thing, doing it together and making a difference. Working hand in hand with our customers and communities to deliver value from foundation to rooftop and build a more sustainable future for all of us.
The Opportunity
Join Holcim as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer at our flagship site, Bardon Hill, one of our three super quarries in the UK. In this pivotal role, you’ll be part of a team ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems in a state-of-the-art facility. Working on a 4 on 4 off and 5 on 5 off shift rotation, with a combination of days and nights, you’ll have the chance to contribute to major projects and play a key role in maintaining the efficiency of one of the largest quarries in the country.
- Perform day-to-day inspections, maintenance, and repairs of electrical equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Respond to plant breakdowns, implementing timely fixes and ensuring a return to production with permanent solutions.
- Carry out testing, installation, and maintenance of various electrical systems, including high-voltage equipment, control panels, and safety devices.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, keeping work areas clean and hazard-free while supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Train and support operatives, ensuring they are equipped to handle electrical tasks safely and effectively.
Who You Are
You’re a highly motivated and skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer with a passion for safety and operational excellence. Your ability to work flexibly and adapt to different challenges makes you a valuable team member. Here’s what makes you a great fit:
- Minimum Level 3 qualification in electrical engineering, with experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
- Proficient in fault finding, installation, and repair of electrical systems, including buried cables and control panels.
- Familiar with health and safety practices, including working at height and operating MEWPs and scissor lifts.
- Strong communication and team-working skills, with the ability to train and mentor others.
- IT literate, with the ability to manage maintenance schedules and safety documentation effectively.
Benefits
💰 Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 24 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring
❤️ Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety
👨👩👧👦 We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.
👩💼 Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business. This initiative pairs women with mentors, creating a powerful support network that promotes career growth and personal development.
🩺 Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.
📚 Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim)
⭐️ Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace
🏠 Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products
We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
- Team
- Engineering
- Role
- Midlands
- Locations
- Bardon Hill Hardrock Quarry, LE67 1TD
Bardon Hill Hardrock Quarry, LE67 1TD
Electrical Maintenance Engineer
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