Commercial Electrician

CBW Staffing Solutions Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities company is seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician in Edinburgh with a competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE. The role involves travelling to multiple sites to perform electrical services including planned maintenance and reactive repairs. Candidates should hold a Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation and have completed an apprenticeship. Additional health and safety certifications are desirable. The position offers benefits such as 25 days holiday, a pension scheme, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension

Van and fuel card provided

Full company uniform

Career progression and training opportunities

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• Completed a recognised apprenticeship in electrical installation.
• Knowledge of health & safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across various systems.
• Conduct routine inspections on emergency lighting and switchgear.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests efficiently.
• Maintain compliance documentation and reports accurately.
• Support minor electrical projects and repairs.

Skills

Use of electrical multi-function testers

Knowledge of health & safety standards

Education

SVQ Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Installation

Completed apprenticeship in electrical installation

City & Guilds 2382 qualification (18th Edition)

LV AP qualification

Health & Safety certification (IOSH)

Job description

Maintenance Electrician - Edinburgh - Salary up to £40,000 DOE

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Mobile Maintenance Technician to join a leading facilities company. This role involves travelling across multiple sites in Edinburgh to carry out a range of electrical services, including planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and compliance checks.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive electrical services across a wide range of systems, ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual obligations.
• Carry out routine inspections, servicing, and testing of emergency lighting, switchgear, and distribution boards to maintain system reliability and safety.
• Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests, diagnosing and repairing electrical faults to minimise downtime and disruption.
• Record all maintenance activities, repairs, and compliance documentation accurately within the CAFM system, ensuring reports are updated and aligned with helpdesk requirements.
• Maintain up‑to‑date certificates, records, and compliance documentation in line with company and legislative standards.
• Undertake minor electrical projects, upgrades, and repairs, supporting associated mechanical plant maintenance when required.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health & safety standards, completing risk assessments and documentation prior to commencement.

Person Specification

• SVQ Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Installation (SQA/SJIB) or equivalent (e.g., City & Guilds NVQ Level 3).
• Completed a recognised apprenticeship in electrical installation.
• City & Guilds 2382 qualification (18th Edition desirable).
• LV AP qualification (desirable).
• Health & Safety certification (IOSH or equivalent).
• Confident in the use of electrical multi‑function testers.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £40,000 DOE.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension.
• Van and fuel card provided plus full company uniform.
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities.