via Reed · 18 September 2026 ·4 days ago

EC&I Technician (Level 2)

Robert Walters
Salford Full-time GBP 44,000 – 49,000
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I'm currently supporting a leading COMAH-regulated chemical manufacturing organisation, who are looking to recruit an experienced E&I Technician. This is a key role supporting the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of plant equipment within a complex industrial environment.

  • Salary: £

  • Monday-Friday (days 08:00 - 16:00)Key Responsibilities • Perform planned preventive and reactive maintenance on electrical, control, and instrumentation systems

  • Diagnose faults and carry out effective troubleshooting and repairs

  • Work within a permit-to-work system, ensuring full compliance

  • Use engineering and ERP systems for work orders, maintenance planning, and materials management

  • Support wider site engineering activities and improvement projects

  • Provide cover for the E&I Coordinator when required

  • Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards

About You We're looking for a hands-on engineer with a strong maintenance background in a similar heavy industrial setting.

Essential: • Time-served Electrical / Instrumentation Maintenance Engineer

  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation or related discipline

  • 18th Edition (BS7671) certification

  • Proven experience in fault finding and diagnostics

  • Background in chemical, petrochemical, or high-hazard manufacturing environments

  • Strong communication skills and ability to prioritise tasks

  • Good level of computer literacy

Desirable: • CompEx (Ex01-Ex06) certification
  • Experience working in ATEX / hazardous area environments

What's on Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to join a highly regulated, safety-first environment with strong development on offer

  • Work within a skilled and collaborative engineering team

  • Exposure to complex plant systems and ongoing improvement projects

  • Structured working pattern including planned weekend rota and call-outs

Apply For more information or to apply, use the link below. Alternatively if you know someone who would be a great fit, we offer £200 referral vouchers for successfully placed candidates.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

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