Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician

Location: East London

Rate: £39.29 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: 6-month rolling contract

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join a specialist marine engineering team maintaining vessels and associated shoreside infrastructure. This is a hands-on role focused on electrical maintenance, fault finding and ensuring the safe, reliable operation of a busy ferry service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose, fault-find and repair electrical and electronic systems.
• Maintain vessel power systems, switchboards and docking infrastructure.
• Support PLC and control system troubleshooting.
• Complete maintenance records and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Essential Requirements

• Level 2 Electrical NVQ (or equivalent).
• Experience working in a marine or maritime electrical environment.
• Strong electrical maintenance, diagnostics and fault-finding skills.
• Knowledge of marine electrical and electronic power systems.
• Good understanding of electrical safety and risk management.

Desirable

• Electrical Technical Officer (ETO) experience.
• PLC troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of DC switchboards, converter drives and marine electrical standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled engineering team supporting a critical transport operation on a long-term rolling contract.

We can only consider applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK.

For more information or to apply, please contact Marika Powell at ARM.