Procter & Gamble
Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (Shift)
LONDON PLANT-W THURROCK
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- Seniority
- Mid level
- Stated salary
- £63,501 per year
- Country
- GB
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 3 Oct 2026
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Job Location
LONDON PLANT-W THURROCK
Job Description
Procter & Gamble (P&G) are a leading company in the manufacture of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods making some of the world’s best loved brands like Gillette, Fairy, and Oral-B. We are looking for motivated and high-calibre experienced electricians to join us at our London (West Thurrock) Site. We’re a build from within company, meaning we’re looking for those interested in building a career, not just a job with us.
As an E&I Technician, you will be responsible for:
- The maintenance of electrical equipment and troubleshooting circuit problems including to install, rebuild, commission or repair electrical equipment as needed. Whilst on shift you will be required to assist with all service calls.
- Working closely within the operating area you’re assigned to, providing insights into the work team to ensure that business goals are achieved. Proactively assisting operations technicians in troubleshooting and emergency repairs as well as to support and learn Mechanical Maintenance skills and tasks as necessary.
- Safety is a priority at P&G. You will be responsible for your personal safety as well as assisting where you can with the safety of other team members and contractors. This includes, ensuring all safety rules and safe work procedures are followed, reporting near misses, and maintaining housekeeping.
- Productivity and Reliability: you will need to safely troubleshoot issues by reading logic in PLCs and other control equipment, use diagnostic equipment and troubleshoot issues related to production machine coordinated drives. You will also need to maintain the SAP Plan Maintenance System, including following all computer based and paper processes for work order completion and documentation.
This role is shift based, meaning you will be required to work a 12-hour shift pattern, with a mixture of both days and nights.
What we offer you:
- Competitive Salary: The starting salary for this role is £63,501 per annum (incl. £175 weekly shift premium), with opportunity to grow to £65,184 (incl. £175 weekly shift premium) in the same role. Every P&G employee’s salary is reviewed annually and therefore there is ample opportunity for future salary increases.
- Generous Pension: The Company will contribute double the amount you contribute towards your pension savings, up to a maximum company contribution of 14% of your pensionable pay.
- Annual Leave: You will start with 25 days' annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service up to 30 days.
- 1-4-1 Shares: For every share that you purchase, the Company will purchase a share on your behalf. You can contribute up to 2.5% of your salary into the 1-4-1 Share Plan, up to a maximum of £150 a month.
- Private Medical Insurance: Our Private Medical Insurance Plan, currently delivered by AXA Health, provides eligible employees with access to private medical treatment, if they wish. Eligible employees can request for their partner and / or eligible dependent children to be included on their cover.
- Great Working Environment : P&G has had operations in West Thurrock since the 1940s and the site is of great importance for the company. On-site we offer a friendly work environment with lots of great local benefits such as a free onsite gym, discounted restaurant, free parking, Occupational Health support, local events and more! Find out more about the site here .
Job Qualifications
We are looking for individuals who:
- Are qualified to a minimum of ONC/C&G Part III or HNC/NVQ Level 3 in an Electrical Engineering time-served apprenticeship.
- Have proven electrical experience in either process or a production environment in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods or similar industry.
- Have electrical experience in the following manufacturing processes including, but not limited to PLC (Allen Bradley preferably) control systems, SCADA systems, instrumentation and 415v motor control circuits.
- Have high level of accountability coupled with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others.
- Are willing to suggest and implement changes that will improve systems, work processes and equipment reliability.
- Fluent ability to communicate in English.
Right to Work
For this role, P&G are willing to provide sponsorship to those who require a visa to live and work in the UK, subject to meeting all the necessary Home Office requirements. Full details on visa restrictions can be found on the Home Office website and immigration rules are subject to change.
P&G is legally required to ensure all candidates have the right to work in the UK from Day 1 of their employment. All applicants will therefore be asked to provide evidence of their right to work at the conclusion of the recruitment process as a condition of employment.
At P&G #weseeequal
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please click here if you require an accommodation during the application process. Please make sure to wait to hear back from us regarding your accommodation before proceeding with the online assessment, we thank you in advance for your patience.
Job Schedule
Full time
Job Number
R000147837
Job Segmentation
Plant Technicians
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