Clerk Of Works - Mechanical & Electrical

Adecco; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector employer in Wakefield is seeking a skilled Clerk of Works with a strong background in mechanical and electrical disciplines to oversee maintenance and installations. This full-time, permanent role requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage contractors on diverse projects. You will contribute to maintaining over 100 buildings within the county while enjoying flexible working options and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Flexible working and flexi‑time policy

29 days annual leave rising to 34 days

Salary sacrifice vehicle finance option

£47p per mile reimbursement

Qualifications

• Strong background in the Mechanical and Electrical industry.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in facilities management and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for mechanical and electrical works.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and Health & Safety legislation.
• Manage and coordinate contractors across multi‑discipline projects and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical industry knowledge

Electrical industry knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Facilities management

Project delivery

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 / ONC qualification

Job description

Adecco is recruiting on behalf of West Yorkshire Police for a Clerk of Works to join their team.

West Yorkshire Police is seeking to appoint an experienced Mechanical and Electrical Clerk of Works to join their dedicated Estates Department. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to provide an in‑house clerk of works service across both mechanical and electrical disciplines. The role involves working within live buildings, overseeing reactive and planned maintenance works, and supporting major installations. You will also assist the wider department in delivering projects and managing day‑to‑day facilities operations.

Role Details

• Position: Clerk of Works – Mechanical and Electrical
• Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week (hybrid/field based)
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £39,813 – £42,897

Benefits

• Full UK licence – use own vehicle, access to fleet cars (ideally use own)
• £47p per mile
• Salary sacrifice vehicle finance option
• Flexible working and flexi‑time policy
• 29 days annual leave rising to 34 days after 5 years' service (excluding statutory holidays)

About the Role

The Force Estate comprises approximately 100 buildings, including a variety of operational and specialist facilities. This role demands someone who can work both independently and collaboratively, with the ability to manage and prioritise a diverse workload.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for mechanical and electrical works.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and Health & Safety legislation.
• Respond to day‑to‑day issues and solve practical problems efficiently.
• Deliver clear oral and written technical advice to clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Review and work with specifications, tender scopes, pricing documents, and technical drawings.
• Manage and coordinate contractors across multi‑discipline projects and maintenance tasks.
• Validate financial payment applications from contractors.

Essential Requirements

• Strong background in the Mechanical and Electrical industry.
• City & Guilds Level 3 / ONC qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in facilities management and project delivery.
• Ability to travel throughout West Yorkshire as required.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be subject to personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment. Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.

Equal Opportunities

West Yorkshire Police is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.