Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Electrical EngineerFull Time | Permanent

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

£36,300 Per Year + On-Call Allowance

MondayThursday: 7:00am4:00pm | Friday: 7:00am12:00pm

32 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays)

Matlock, Derbyshire

Help power one of Britain's most iconic manufacturing businesses

For over 240 years, John Smedley has been recognised worldwide for producing the finest luxury knitwear. Behind every garment is a highly skilled engineering team that keeps our historic mill and manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently and reliably.

We're looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Maintenance team. This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You'll play a key role in maintaining our production equipment, electrical infrastructure and site services, while supporting improvement projects that help shape the future of our manufacturing operation.

If you enjoy fault-finding, solving technical challenges and making a real impact in a fast-paced production environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As an Electrical Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining and improving electrical systems across our manufacturing and commercial facilities. From reactive fault finding and preventative maintenance through to installations, inspection and testing, you'll help ensure our operations remain safe, compliant and efficient.

Working closely with our Maintenance Supervisor and wider Engineering team, you'll support continuous improvement projects, contribute to energy efficiency initiatives and help minimise downtime across the business.

As part of this role, you'll also participate in an on-call rota, providing engineering support outside normal working hours. Additional payments are made for all on-call cover.

What You'll Do

Electrical Maintenance & Fault Finding

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• Diagnose and repair electrical faults across manufacturing equipment and site services

Carry out planned preventative maintenance to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime

Maintain accurate electrical drawings, records and maintenance documentation

Respond quickly to breakdowns, identifying root causes and implementing lasting solutions

Installation, Inspection & Testing

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• Install new electrical systems, wiring and controls in line with current BS 7671 Wiring Regulations

Carry out electrical inspection and testing, including EICR testing across site

Support machinery upgrades, relocations and new equipment installations

Assist with site improvement and energy efficiency projects

Safety & Compliance

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• Ensure all electrical work complies with current legislation, company procedures and Health & Safety standards

Complete risk assessments, permits to work and associated documentation

Support investigations into electrical incidents, defects and near misses

Promote safe working practices across the site

Continuous Improvement

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• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency and energy performance

Work alongside Mechanical, Facilities and IT teams to maintain critical site infrastructure

Keep up to date with emerging technologies, legislation and engineering best practice

Who We're Looking For

You'll be an experienced Electrical Engineer who enjoys problem-solving, takes pride in delivering high-quality work and thrives in a manufacturing environment. You'll be proactive, dependable and committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Essential

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• Time-served Electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent)

18th Edition BS 7671 Wiring Regulations

City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification

Previous experience within a manufacturing or commercial environment

Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work

Competent IT skills for maintenance reporting and documentation

Desirable

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• Experience with PLCs, variable speed drives (VSDs) or automation systems

Forklift Truck Licence

MEWP/Platform or Boom Lift Licence

Why Join John Smedley?

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• Join one of Britain's oldest and most respected manufacturing businesses

Work on a diverse range of electrical systems across a unique manufacturing environment

Be part of a supportive and experienced Engineering team

Play a key role in improving reliability, efficiency and sustainability across our operations

Early finish every Friday (12:00pm)

32 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)

£36,300 annual salary plus additional on-call payments

Access wellbeing initiatives and colleague engagement activities through our Culture Club

Discounts on hundreds of retail, travel and leisure services

Employee discount on John Smedley products

Ready to power the future of British manufacturing? xrnqpay

If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a varied, rewarding role where your expertise genuinely makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help keep John Smedley's world-class manufacturing operation running at its very best.