Controls Specialist

Electrical Control Specialist

Location: Hazelwood, Derbyshire, DE56 4AN

Job Type: Full Time, On Site

How You’ll Make an Impact:

As an Electrical Controls Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving the development, reliability, and optimisation of advanced electrical control systems that power our automated processes. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate engineers and technicians to deliver sustainable solutions that advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life through safe, efficient, and future‑ready system performance.

In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical control systems, including control and safety wiring, sensors, and automation equipment. You will troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults to ensure minimal operational downtime, while programming and calibrating PLC, SCADA, and related automation platforms to achieve optimal system performance.

Working closely with engineering teams, you’ll ensure all control systems operate in accordance with design specifications and safety standards. You will also maintain detailed documentation of maintenance activities, system modifications, and repairs to support compliance with regulatory requirements. Throughout all tasks, you will uphold strict safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.

In this role, you will:  

• Installation and Maintenance: Install, maintain, and repair electrical control systems, including control and safety wiring, sensors, and automation equipment used in system processes.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve electrical faults in control systems, 

ensuring minimal downtime in operations.

• Programming and Calibration: Program and calibrate control systems, such as PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data 

Acquisition) systems, to optimize performance.

• Collaboration: Work closely with engineers and other technicians to ensure that control systems operate according to design specifications and safety standards.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and system modifications, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and regulations while 

performing all duties, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Education: Technical qualifications in electrical engineering / control technology, industrial automation, or a related field.
• Experience: Previous experience in electrical control and automated systems, PLCs, SCADA and BMS systems, communication networks.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Problemsolving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and 
• resolve issues efficiently.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• Private Medical Cover and Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Benefits Hub
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement