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ROLE: Utilities Technician – Electrical Bias
HOURS: Day and Night Shifts
LOCATION: Ware

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for a Utilities Technician – Electrical Bias who will work as part of a dedicated shift team on a highly regulated pharmaceutical site.

Role Responsibilities:

• Performing planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, and fault diagnosis on electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, emergency systems, system panels, and Building Management Systems.
• Carrying out maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems such as HVAC, pumps, motors, compressed air systems, and water treatment plant.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting general building services including plumbing, drainage, and building systems.
• Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with relevant regulations, site procedures, and safety standards, while maintaining accurate maintenance records and completing required documentation.
• Working as part of a shift team, responding to breakdowns and ensuring continuity of operations across the site.
• Effectively communicating with the site team, client representatives, and stakeholders regarding maintenance activities and site issues.
• Identifying opportunities for improving efficiency and reliability of plant and equipment.
• Adhering to all health and safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Identifying and escalating complex issues to specialist teams or management as required.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must meet the below defined requirements for the role.

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or relevant electrical qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds 2365, NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation).
• Proven experience as a Multiskilled Shift Engineer or Electrical Maintenance Engineer within a commercial or industrial environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems and building services.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with a strong focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift pattern (days and nights).

Desirable:

• Experience within pharmaceutical or regulated industries (e.g., food, healthcare).
• Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice).
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS).
• 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.
• First Aid qualification.

What's in it for you?

• A role where you can apply your skills across a wide range of critical building services and plant equipment.
• The opportunity to work within a highly regulated and prestigious pharmaceutical environment.
• Supportive colleagues, continuous improvement culture, and a workplace where you can thrive every day.

There's a place for you at Mitie, join us today!