Approved Electrician

EMCOR UK; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking an experienced electrician to cover the Southern region from Reading. This permanent full-time role involves electrical installation, maintenance, and compliance in a highly regulated environment. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a strong track record. The position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits including health care, holiday purchase scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Private Healthcare

Paid Volunteering Days

25 Days holidays + Bank holidays

Qualifications

• Must have experience in installing, testing and maintaining electrical systems.
• Qualified in relevant electrical certifications.
• Experience in a regulated environment like pharmaceutical or healthcare is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective electrical installations to satisfaction of all clients.
• Isolate defective equipment and perform necessary repairs.
• Conform to safety standards and good engineering practices.

Skills

Electrical installation experience

High voltage systems understanding

Inspections and testing

Customer communication

Education

City & Guilds 2360 Part 1 & 2 or equivalent

C&G 2382 -10 18th Edition

Job description

Role overview

Location : Mobile - covering Southern region from Reading and surrounding areas

Salary : up to £40,000 Dependent on experience

Working Hours : Monday-Friday 0800-1700

Contract Type : Permanent Full Time

Benefits : Car Allowance, Private Healthcare, Company Sick Pay, 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more.

About EMCOR UK

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role Overview

To ensure that the delivery of electrical aspects are delivered in an effective, efficient and professional manner to the complete satisfaction of all of our direct and indirect clients. What you'll do :

• Able to demonstrate a proven track record with (post apprenticeship) experience ofelectrical installationin a highly regulated environment.
• Isolates defective equipment from power supply, checks visually for faults, tests mechanical parts for faults, isolates the problem areas and take corrective action to repair the problem.
• The installation of electrical systems and associated equipment followed up with the appropriate certification.
• Assistance in the preparation of estimates / quotations as required.
• Conform to safety rules and apply good engineering and safety practices.
• Multi-skilled background witha good understanding of High Voltage systems would also be an advantage.
• Must be willing to undertake company standard internal training workshops and work to GMP, (good manufacturing practice).
• The responsibility for allocated work orders from receipt to completion.
• Provision of information on progress of allocated work orders.
• Adherence to all current company procedures.
• Adherence to the Quality Management System applied to all M&E systems.
• Developing of relationships with all clients and potential new customers
• Work within a mobile team of electrical, mechanical and building operatives
• Ensuring continuous improvement and drive for value for money.
• Willing to work in secure and sensitive environment on an exclusively manned site.

About the role

Who you’ll be

• Qualified to City & Guilds 2360 Part 1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ & C&G 2382 -10 18th Edition
• C&G 2391-10 Inspection & Testing
• C&G 2391-20 Design & Verification would be advantageousbut not required
• Experience of installation, testing and maintenance of LV distribution systems
• Experience of standby power systems including prime movers and UPS
• Experience of safe working practices and permit to work systems
• Demonstrable skills in dealing and working closely with internal and external customers and suppliers on complex and interrelated issues on an ongoing basis
• Understanding of A / C systems and controls
• Experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare or processing industry and working within a GMP environment would be an advantage
• Be able to communicate effectively and have flexible approach to work patterns

EMCOR UK benefits

• 25 Days holidays + Bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
• Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
• Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail / dining
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
• Access to Flex Benefits : Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Paid volunteering and charity days
• Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.