Electrical Maintenance Technician – Attractions (Surrey)

About the role

Join a specialist engineering team responsible for keeping some of the UK’s most iconic attractions safe and operational. As an Electrical Maintenance Technician you will work in a dynamic outdoor environment, handling a wide variety of ride control systems, PLCs and electrical infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out daily safety inspections, testing and pre‑opening checks on electrical systems and attractions.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance to maximise reliability and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults using a logical, methodical approach.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns and operational issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC‑controlled equipment and automated systems.
• Work across rollercoasters, water rides, themed attractions and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers and operational teams to ensure safety and availability.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings and manuals.
• Accurately complete maintenance records and compliance documentation.

Required profile

• Experience in electrical maintenance within manufacturing, industrial, FMCG, automation or similar environments.
• Strong electrical fault‑finding and diagnostic capability.
• Hands‑on approach with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to stay calm and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Relevant Level 3 electrical qualification (or equivalent).

Required skills

• PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Electrical fault diagnosis.
• Preventative maintenance techniques.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £47,043 per year plus company benefits.
• Rotating shift pattern (06:00‑14:00 & 14:00‑22:00).
• Opportunity to work on unique, high‑profile attractions.
• Professional development in specialist amusement‑park engineering.