Electrical Technician

Forterra plc; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of building materials is seeking an Electrical Technician to join their Newbury team. The successful candidate will handle PPM and breakdown support, ensuring efficient operation of the production site. Responsibilities include attending to machine breakdowns, solving electrical issues, and completing preventative maintenance tasks. Previous manufacturing experience and recognized electrical qualifications are essential. An attractive salary and benefits package is offered, along with opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Benefits package

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution

Gym benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Referral Scheme

Service Awards

Holiday Exchange Scheme

Financial Wellbeing Program

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferably in electrical maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose electrical or mechanical failures.
• Knowledge of the latest IEE regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Attend to machine breakdowns effectively.
• Provide engineering cover as required.
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Problem solving

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Knowledge of AC and DC drives

Experience with PLCs

Education

Recognised electrical qualification (Level 3 or above)

Job description

Job Description

Forterra - Newbury (Thermalite), Enterprise Way, Thatcham, West Berkshire, United Kingdom

Posted Thursday 5 February 2026 at 01:00 | Expires Saturday 7 March 2026 at 00:59

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Newbury team in the position of Electrical Technician.

You would be responsible for PPM and breakdown support for a busy production site, which will include upgrading old and installing new machinery, improving site efficiency and renovating site facilities.

This is an operational role undertaking the day to day mechanical and electrical engineering activities within the plant. You will provide knowledge and technical support in the event of equipment and plant failure, ensuring plant equipment breakdowns are repaired in an efficient, and effective way and take a lead on planned maintenance.

Working within the engineering team, ensuring the efficient operation of all Maintenance functions. This will be in line with the Total Productive Maintenance Strategy at Forterra and following the preventative maintenance strategy.

You will need to build and maintain effective relationships in all necessary departments to allow for a positive working relationship to provide some quick reactive solutions to ensure the plant continues to operate until planned shutdown schedules.

Your duties would include but not limited to the following:

• Attend to machine breakdowns and solve/ diagnose any electrical or mechanical failures
• Provide Engineering cover to suit the demands of the business
• A methodical mindset, with the ability to problem solve and adapt with short notice
• Provide accurate information and regular progress updates as required by management
• Maintain the site electrical plant and equipment to ensure that the production and waste budgets are met.
• Carry out and complete preventative maintenance work orders as required.
• Carry out and complete tasks from the fault reporting system as required.
• Enter all tasks carried out during the shift in the electrical log book

About You :

• Previous experience in a similar field, ideally from a manufacturing environment
• Recognised electrical qualification (apprentice trained, Level 3 or above)
• A methodical mindset, with the ability to problem solve and adapt with short notice
• Experience of industrial installations and control systems
• The ability to fault find and test automated machinery
• Knowledge of AC and DC drives and PLC’s preferably Siemens S5 and S7
• Experience in electronics and instrumentation would be advantageous
• A good understanding of health and safety is essential
• A recognised electrical trade qualification, including the latest IEE regulations

What We Can Offer You:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits package
• Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution
• Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Service Awards
• Holiday Exchange Scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Program
• Personal development and opportunities for progression

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.

Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.

Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.

We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.

Forterra - Newbury (Thermalite), Enterprise Way, Thatcham, West Berkshire, United Kingdom