EC&I Technician

Heidelberg Materials AG; Grays; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job description

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 hands-on work, career growth, and industry-recognised training? Heidelberg will invest in your future training and professional progression.

What You'll Do:

• Preventative maintenance & electrical installations
• Fault finding & troubleshooting
• Work with cutting-edge equipment (PLCs, HV switchgear, electrical isolation, permitting - experience is a plus, but not required!)

Why Join Us?

• Full training provided - we'll help you gain industry-recognised qualifications
• Career progression - Heidelberg invests in your future development
• Supportive team environment - grow with us
• Company Pension
• 27 days holiday

Don't worry if you don't tick every box! If you're 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, cost-effectiveness, and service.
• Develop and manage the CMMS system for maintenance and operation.
• Participate in a 24/7 call-out rota.
• Manage EC&I contract requirements and day-to-day 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 energy-saving opportunities to support net-zero 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

• 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 (110V-11kV).
• Control systems (PLCs, relays, industrial communication networks).

Location: Purfleet

Salary: £50,000 Plus local Productivity bonus

Hours: 40

Tailored Industry-recognised qualification with full training on the skills you need.

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 Women, Women in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)