Maintenance Electrician

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join our team in Tytherington. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in maintaining the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of electrical systems across site.

You will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of electrical duties, including installation, fault finding, breakdown repairs, and preventative maintenance. The role is critical in ensuring the ongoing serviceability, safety, and compliance of electrical systems, plant, and equipment.

Working in line with Heidelberg Materials’ policies and statutory regulations, you will help maintain a safe working environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors, while supporting operational efficiency across the site.

• →Carry out electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs across site equipment and systems
• →Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, ensuring minimal downtime
• →Maintain and execute planned and reactive maintenance schedules in line with KPIs
• →Ensure all work complies with the Electricity at Work Regulations (1989), Quarry Regulations (1999), and relevant safety standards
• →Take ownership of electrical assets, including HV/LV substations and switch rooms
• →Act as LV/HV Appointed Person when required
• →Support and promote electrical safety programmes across site
• →Escalate and address any safety concerns, stopping work where necessary
• →Maintain accurate records, certification, and documentation
• →Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
• →Work collaboratively within a small team to deliver safe, timely outcomes
• →Participate in occasional weekend and night shifts as required

• Time-served electrician with a recognised apprenticeship
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience within an industrial environment (e.g. aggregates, steel, mining, oil & gas) is advantageous but not essential
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work under pressure
• Strong communication skills with the ability to support and influence others
• Full UK driving licence

• AM2
• IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2018 + A3 2024)
• C&G 2394 (Initial Verification)
• C&G 2395 (Inspection & Testing)
• C&G 2396 (Design & Verification) – desirable
• Working knowledge of the IET Code of Practice for Inspection and Testing