Maintenance Electrician

Zotefoams plc is a world leader in cellular material technology, with facilities in Croydon, UK; Kentucky and Oklahoma, USA; Brzeg, Poland; and Jiangsu Province, China (T-FIT).

We produce lightweight foams for a wide range of markets including sports and leisure, aviation, automotive, and healthcare. Zotefoams also owns and licenses patented technology and supplies advanced insulation systems.

The Company is on a strong growth trajectory, with significant revenue and profitability increases in recent years and ambitious plans for the future.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Maintenance Electrician to join our site‑based engineering team. This is a hands‑on role responsible for the electrical maintenance, repair and servicing of building infrastructure, with secondary support to production equipment and machinery.

The role plays a key part in ensuring safe, reliable and compliant electrical systems, supporting continuous manufacturing operations and contributing to ongoing site improvements.

This position is well suited to an experienced industrial or manufacturing electrician who enjoys problem‑solving, working independently, and being part of a collaborative engineering environment.

Role Responsibilities:

Building Electrical Systems

• Maintain, fault‑find and repair site electrical infrastructure, including lighting, panels, circuits, power distribution and emergency systems

• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical regulations, safety standards and internal procedures

• Carry out routine inspections, testing and planned preventive maintenance

Production Equipment Support (Secondary)

• Support maintenance technicians with electrical faults on manufacturing equipment

• Assist with wiring, testing and commissioning of new or upgraded machinery

• Contribute to root‑cause analysis of electrical breakdowns

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance activities

• Accurately record work via CMMS or maintenance logs

• Identify improvement opportunities to reduce downtime and increase reliability

Safety, Compliance & Reliability

• Follow safe systems of work and electrical safety best practice

• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions

• Ensure all work meets quality, safety and reliability standards

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Support site upgrades, facility improvements and electrical projects

• Assist with equipment relocations and layout changes

• Provide input on electrical design, materials and system improvements

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with production, engineering, maintenance and external contractors

• Provide clear updates on work status and expected downtime

• Support and guide colleagues where required
  

What you'll need:

Essential

• Fully qualified Electrician with AM2 (or equivalent final assessment)

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

• Experience in industrial, commercial or manufacturing environments

• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation

• Confident working independently and diagnosing faults safely

Desirable

• Manufacturing or continuous production environment experience

• Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic systems

• Awareness of control systems, PLC wiring, VFDs or sensors

• Experience using CMMS systems

• Strong problem‑solving, IT and communication skills
  

What were looking for?

• A proactive and safety‑focused electrical professional

• Someone comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

• A practical problem‑solver with a continuous improvement mindset

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards

Why Join Us?

At Zotefoams, we believe in fostering a supportive and innovative environment where everybody can thrive. By joining us, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our Values

Courage - The courage to take bold action to ensure that we succeed in tackling our challenges and opportunities.

Impact – Dedicated to making a significant and positive impact in everything we do.

Respect - Cultivate a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and collaboration is encouraged.

Zotefoams is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees