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.
Maintenance Electrician
Ketton | Competitive Salary
Power the Performance of One of the UK's Leading Cement Operations
Are you an experienced Electrical Maintenance professional looking for a role where your expertise truly makes a difference? At Heidelberg Materials UK, we're looking for a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join our team at Ketton Cement Works, one of the country's most advanced and iconic cement manufacturing facilities. This is an opportunity to work on a diverse range of electrical, control, instrumentation and process systems in a highly automated industrial environment. You'll play a critical role in maintaining plant reliability, improving operational performance, and supporting the delivery of major projects that keep our operation running safely and efficiently.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Maintenance Electrician, you will provide specialist electrical maintenance support across the site, ensuring equipment reliability and minimising downtime. Your responsibilities will include:
Diagnosing faults and carrying out electrical repairs across plant and site infrastructure
Performing planned preventative maintenance and condition monitoring activities
Installing, testing and commissioning new electrical equipment and systems
Supporting plant improvement initiatives and capital investment projects
Working on LV and HV installations, switchgear, transformers and distribution systems
Maintaining and calibrating instrumentation and process control equipment
Supporting safety-critical control systems, interlocks and protection systems
Assisting with PLC fault finding and process automation systems
Working closely with operational teams to improve plant performance and reliability
Ensuring all work is completed to the highest safety, quality and environmental standards
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a highly motivated and technically capable individual with experience in a heavy industrial, manufacturing, process, quarrying, cement, power generation or similar environment.
Skills & Experience
Qualified Electrician with strong industrial maintenance experience
IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification
Experience working with LV and HV electrical systems
Strong fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Experience with motors, drives and variable speed drive technologies
Knowledge of process instrumentation and calibration systems
Understanding of electrical safety regulations and inspection regimes
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
Knowledge of SAP PM or equivalent maintenance management systems
Commitment to the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance
PLC fault-finding experience (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Modicon or similar)
SCADA system exposure
Cement, quarrying, aggregates, manufacturing or heavy industry experience
Experience supporting plant improvement and capital projects
HV authorisation or working knowledge of HV systems
Why Join Heidelberg Materials?
At Heidelberg Materials, we're building a more sustainable future for construction. Our people are at the heart of that journey and we're committed to providing opportunities for development, progression and long-term career growth.
In return, you'll benefit from:
Competitive salary
Company bonus scheme
Excellent pension package
An Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:
Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities
Ready to Apply?
If you're a skilled Maintenance Electrician looking for your next challenge in a dynamic industrial environment where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Heidelberg Materials and help keep one of the UK's most important manufacturing operations running at its very best.