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Permanent

Maintenance Electrician

Calibre Search
Cornwall
money-bag £39000 - £41000/annum Company Van, Paid travel, OT
Posted: 12 October 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 11 November 2026
Ref: 225713675

Maintenance Electrician


Location: Plymouth and surrounding areas


Looking for a maintenance electrician role where you can put your electrical skills to use while picking up experience with mechanical equipment? This position covers a portfolio of retail sites around Plymouth, with catering equipment training provided and a package worth circa -41k including standby payments.


The role combines electrical work with general building services repairs. Mechanical maintenance will form a significant part of the workload, so you''ll need to be willing to expand your existing skill set. Full training will be provided, including catering equipment training.


The position would suit someone based in Plymouth or nearby areas such as Tavistock, Totnes, Kingsbridge or Paignton.



Responsibilities


  • Complete planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across electrical and mechanical equipment.

  • Investigate faults, identify suitable solutions and carry out repairs safely and efficiently.

  • Assist with general maintenance tasks when required, alongside your main electrical duties.

  • Support colleagues with larger jobs and attend other sites within the regional portfolio when needed.

  • Ensure maintenance work is completed within agreed timescales and to the required standards.

  • Maintain accurate records, complete relevant paperwork and update the job management system.

  • Work closely with clients and colleagues to deliver a reliable service across the site portfolio.

  • Keep tools and equipment in good condition and ready for use.


Requirements


  • NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Maintenance, an equivalent recognised apprenticeship, or a suitable electrical qualification.

  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
  • AM2 / 2391
  • A solid background in electrical maintenance and fault-finding.

  • A willingness to develop mechanical skills through further training.

  • Good organisational skills and a professional approach to customer-facing work.


Salary and benefits


  • Circa -41,000 per year, including standby payments

  • 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

  • 1-in-4-week call-out rota

  • Travel time paid at overtime rates after the first 30 minutes

  • Overtime at 1.5x Monday to Friday and 2x on Saturdays and Sundays

  • Company vehicle and fuel card, with private use available

  • Private healthcare

  • 33 days'' annual leave, including bank holidays

  • Life insurance


If you''re a Maintenance Electrician looking to build on your existing experience while developing your mechanical skills within an engineering environment, apply today to find out more.

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

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