Job Description

Posted Sunday, 27 July 2025, 19:00

Package Description:

Bonus scheme Cycle to work scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus each year you will have the option to buy and sell leave Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Wellbeing Scheme, provided through Health Shield, giving every colleague - and their dependents - unlimited access to GPs and counselling, as well as cash back on a wide range of health and wellbeing treatment Employee Support to include Life Assurance and critical illness pay 24/7 Colleague Assistance Programme and Financial Wellbeing Support - access to affordable loans, savings accounts, advanced earned pay, and financial education via salary finance Online savings- major retailers, utilities, entertainment plus many more!

About Our Opportunity

We're seeking a

Junior Electrical Technician

with solid electrical skills, a hands-on mindset, and an interest in developing knowledge in control systems and PLCs.



This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has completed an industrial electrical apprenticeship and is now looking to grow their career in a practical, high-impact engineering environment.



You'll join our Central Engineering team and work alongside a Senior Engineer, gaining experience in the design, build, installation, and commissioning of control systems for heavy-duty recycling equipment. From wiring panels and supporting site installations to learning how to fault-find and modify PLC programs, you'll build valuable skills that support your progression into automation.



Whether you're working on shredders, conveyors, or complex electrical systems, your role will directly contribute to the safety, efficiency, and reliability of our operations.

What You Will Be Doing

In this hands-on and varied role, you'll support the electrical and automation work across our equipment and sites, while building skills in control systems and PLCs. Your responsibilities will include:


Assisting with the build and installation of electrical control systems for machinery such as shredders and conveyors Constructing, wiring, and testing control panels from schematics Supporting on-site electrical installations and commissioning across EMR sites Learning and assisting with PLC diagnostics, fault-finding, and programming (training provided) Reading and interpreting electrical drawings to aid in maintenance and troubleshooting Collaborating with engineers and site teams to deliver robust and practical electrical solutions

About You

You have strong electrical foundations, enjoy hands-on work, and are keen to develop new skills--especially in automation and controls. You're proactive, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in industrial environments. You're also a team player, willing to travel and eager to take ownership of your learning.



We're looking for someone with:


A completed apprenticeship in industrial electrical or a related trade Practical experience in heavy industrial or engineering environments A good understanding of industrial wiring, motors, sensors, and control panels A positive attitude with a desire to grow into PLC and control systems A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to EMR sites Strong communication skills and a clear focus on health and safety

Who we are:

Our purpose is to create a future where the materials we use don't need to be extracted from the planet.'





At EMR, we give new life to unwanted materials. Every year, we recycle 10 million tonnes of metals and plastics, saving 19 million tonnes of carbon from entering the Earth's atmosphere, diverting waste from landfill and protecting resources and habitats.



We couldn't do any of this without our team members. In return for all they do, we do everything we can to create an environment of belonging, value, support and growth.



We're proud to have achieved Great Place To Work status, but it's about so much more than a badge. It's about being recognised by our people for the continuous work we do to do better for them:





'The people who work here are from varied backgrounds and have a variety of beliefs, all of which are accepted and respected.'


'I'm encouraged to keep a healthy work-life balance so that I can be performing at my best.'


'I've been supported every step of the way in my career progression.'


''EMR offers a fantastic and inclusive environment; collaboration across the whole business, humility and hard work.'





We couldn't do any of this without our team members. In return for all they do, we do everything we can to create an environment of belonging, value, support and growth, underpinned by our Company values of We Care and We Do.


We Care + Integrity - our people are Respectful and Honest
+ Trust - our people are Collaborative and Genuine

We Do + Accountable - our people are Determined and Responsible
+ Innovative - our people have a Growth Mind-set and are Progressive

Recruitment Agencies

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) and do not accept speculative CVs. Any unsolicited CVs, whether related to a specific position or submitted speculatively, will not be considered.

Job Details


Pay Type

Salary

Employment Indicator

Seasonal