Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UKs largest suppliers of construction materials employing over 4000 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 key to our growth and development. We aim to foster 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.
Join Our Team as an Electrician/Technician
Are you a skilled Electrician/Technician with a JIB ECS & IET Gold Card Looking for a role that offers handson work career growth and industryrecognised training Heidelberg will invest in your future training and professional progression
What Youll Do:
Preventative maintenance & electrical installations
Fault finding & troubleshooting
Work with cuttingedge equipment (PLCs HV switchgear electrical isolation permitting experience is a plus but not required!
Why Join Us
Full training provided well help you gain industryrecognised qualifications
Career progression Heidelberg invests in your future development
Supportive team environment grow with us
Company Pension
27 days holiday
Dont worry if you dont tick every box! If youre motivated and eager to learn you could be the perfect fit. We want to hear from you!
Technical Responsibilities
- Provide expertise on EC&I systems ensuring plant safety and system availability.
- Collaborate with mechanical and operations teams for maintenance planning.
- Support and manage projects to ensure high quality costeffectiveness and service.
- Develop and manage the CMMS system for maintenance and operation.
- Participate in a 24/7 callout rota.
- Manage EC&I contract requirements and daytoday contractors.
- Oversee plant monitoring and machine protection systems.
- Diagnose and rectify faults in EC&I systems.
- Conduct minor installation and phased replacement work.
- Maintain and update plant control systems.
- Plan and deliver complex outages.
- Procure materials and equipment within budget guidelines.
- Manage inventory of critical spares.
- Explore energysaving opportunities to support netzero goals.
- Support the objectives of the electrical department and overall business goals.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation (BS7671 & BS6626.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
- Ensure personal and team safety.
- Report all accidents near misses and incidents.
- Maintain electrical workshop and equipment.
- Produce risk assessments and method statements.
- Shut down processes when risks to people environment or plant arise.
- Adjust plant parameters to maintain quality and performance.
Education & Qualifications
Dont worry if you dont have all these qualifications we can train you
- Qualified Electrician/Technician (JIB ECS & IET Gold Card or higher).
- PLCs HV switchgear electrical isolation and permitting preferred not essential training given
- Strong understanding of plant processes utilities and safety regulations.
- Experience with electrical power distribution 110V11kV).
- Control systems (PLCs relays industrial communication networks).
Location Purfleet
Salary 50000 Plus local Productivity bonus
Hours 40
Company pension
Tailored Industry recongised qualification with full training on the skills you need
27 Days holiday
Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5 Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ Network of Woman Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM) Armed Forces)