Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Asphalt Plants)

About the role

FM Conway is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to support its Aggregate and Asphalt division. You will be responsible for keeping multiple asphalt plants running safely and efficiently through planned and reactive electrical maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance, inspections and reactive repairs on electrical and mechanical plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults and perform electrical installations, repairs and improvements to minimise plant downtime.
• Ensure all work complies with electrical regulations, permit‑to‑work systems and LOTOTO procedures.
• Maintain electrical compliance records, documentation and maintenance schedules.
• Support engineering projects, including equipment installations, upgrades and commissioning.
• Collaborate with Plant Managers and Operators to improve reliability, performance and efficiency.
• Respond to out‑of‑hours breakdowns and travel between sites as required.
• Supervise contractors and mentor apprentices or colleagues.
• Complete maintenance records, risk assessments and report any incidents or safety concerns.

Required profile

• Level 3 qualification in an electrical discipline (City & Guilds 2330 or equivalent) and 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing, industrial or process plant environment.
• Strong fault‑finding ability and good understanding of PLCs, control systems and electrical drawings.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Mechanical maintenance experience, HV Authorised Person qualification and plant equipment certifications are advantageous.

Required skills

• Level 3 electrical qualification (City & Guilds 2330)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Control systems knowledge
• Interpretation of electrical drawings
• Electrical compliance awareness
• Full UK driving licence

What we offer

• Career and professional development opportunities
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance and health benefits
• Competitive remuneration package