Maintenance Electrician

Zotefoams Plc; Croydon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cellular materials company in Croydon is looking for a Maintenance Electrician to ensure the safe operation of all electrical systems. This role involves electrical maintenance, repairs, and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial electrical maintenance and strong problem-solving skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices and legislation.
• Proven industrial, commercial or manufacturing electrical maintenance experience.
• Experience using SCADA or automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair building-wide electrical systems.
• Perform routine inspections, testing and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure all building electrical systems comply with safety codes.
• Support maintenance technicians with electrical fault finding.
• Complete scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Confident interpreting electrical schematics and technical documentation

Good IT, literacy and numeracy skills

Strong communication and interpersonal style

Education

Qualified Electrician with AM2 or equivalent final skills assessment

Recognised electrical apprenticeship or Level 3 electrical qualification

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

Tools

CMMS systems for logging and managing maintenance tasks

Job description

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 seeking a Maintenance Electrician to support the safe, reliable and compliant operation of all electrical infrastructure within our facility. This includes lighting, power distribution, building controls and wider electrical systems, along with secondary support for production machinery maintenance.

You’ll carry out electrical maintenance, repairs and preventive tasks while ensuring compliance with safety standards and contributing to continuous improvement across our operations. The role plays an important part in maintaining manufacturing uptime, protecting facility integrity and supporting long-term reliability.

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair building-wide electrical systems, including lighting, circuits, panels, receptacles and emergency systems.
• Perform routine inspections, testing and preventive maintenance on facility electrical infrastructure.
• Ensure all building electrical systems comply with safety codes, regulations and internal standards.
• Support maintenance technicians with electrical fault finding on production equipment.
• Assist with installation, wiring and testing of new equipment and contribute to root cause analysis for electrical failures.
• Complete scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance tasks, recording all work clearly using CMMS or maintenance logs.
• Identify hazards, recommend corrective actions and ensure all electrical work meets reliability and safety expectations.
• Support electrical elements of facility upgrades, layout changes and continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate clearly with production, engineering, maintenance teams and external contractors regarding work status and downtime requirements.
• Guide less experienced team members when required.

What you'll need

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with AM2 or equivalent final skills assessment.
• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or Level 3 electrical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices and legislation.
• Familiarity with SCADA or automated systems.
• Knowledge of controls, instrumentation and building electrical infrastructure.

Experience

• Proven industrial, commercial or manufacturing electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical fault finding background.
• Experience using CMMS systems for logging and managing maintenance tasks.
• Exposure to continuous improvement, problem analysis and equipment reliability.

Skills

• Able to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Confident interpreting electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Good IT, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal style.

What were looking for

• Someone proactive, safety-conscious and confident working across a busy manufacturing environment.
• An electrician who takes ownership, solves problems effectively and maintains high standards of workmanship.
• Someone who communicates well across teams and supports a culture of continuous improvement.
• An individual who can balance reactive support with structured preventive maintenance.

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.