Introduction

Astute Technical Recruitment are working with a leading organisation within the Waste & Energy sectors. They are currently recruiting for a field-based EC&I Technician to join their team & be responsible for the maintenance of electrical, control & instrumentation assets on a portfolio of Energy Centres across the Manchester & Lancashire area.

Role & Responsibilities
As an EC&I Technician, your duties will include:

  • Carrying out planned & reactive maintenance on electrical systems, control systems (such as PLC systems or HMI interfaces) and instrumentation (such as pressure, temperature, flow & level) on Energy Centres which will involve working on industrial utilities plant such as steam boilers & all other associated plant.
  • Performing calibrations, loops checks, modifications, testing, fault finding & diagnostics on the EC&I plant & equipment.
  • Conducting routine servicing, installation & commissioning activities when required.
  • Ensuring adherence with Health & Safety at all times.
  • Supervising contractors which will includes Permits to Work & Risk Assessments.
  • Completing service reports & associated paperwork.
  • Other duties as required.

    • Your normal working routine will be on a days basis Monday to Friday, with a requirement to work as part of a 1 in 5 call out rota which will involve weekend working.

    Knowledge, Skills and Experience
    We are looking for someone with the following:

  • A relevant technical qualification such as an Apprenticeship / NVQ / ONC / HNC / HND in an electrical, control systems or instrumentation engineering discipline.
  • Proven experience in a similar Service / Maintenance Technician role working on EC&I systems & the associated equipment.
  • A background working in an industrial environment such as in Energy Centres, Industrial Utilities Plants, Power Stations, Marine Engineering, Chemical Plants etc.
  • A full UK driving licence is essential as this is a field-based role which requires you to travel to multiple sites across Manchester & Lancashire.

    • Salary & Benefits
    What’s on offer for you:

  • A competitive salary of up to £39,000 depending on experience.
  • Company van with the option of personal use.
  • Company benefits package.
  • An opportunity to join a leading organisation within the Energy sector.

    • How to apply?
    If you are interested in this position or would like to find out more, please email a CV and Cover Letter to or call Kyle Shinn on 02392 288 284 who can tell you more.

    Astute Technical Recruitment Limited are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK and Europe. Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.