Electrical Day Engineer

PRS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university is seeking a Day Electrical Engineer to perform maintenance and repairs across its facilities. You will work a full-time role, with shifts between 6 am and 7 pm, focusing on ensuring operational reliability, compliance with safety standards, and conducting various maintenance duties. Relevant qualifications and an apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of emergency lighting fundamentals and maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive repair and maintenance services for systems across university buildings.
• Conduct diagnostic and fault-finding tasks for system reliability.
• Perform statutory, mandatory, planned preventative, and reactive maintenance duties.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Attention to Detail

IT Proficiency

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ/C&G Level 3

17th Edition qualification

Job description

Overview

Day Electrical Engineer - Prestigious University Site

Location: Prestigious University Site

Hours: Monday to Friday, rotational shifts between 6 am - 7 pm

Role Type: Full-time, Permanent

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repairs: Deliver comprehensive repair and maintenance services for systems, plant, and equipment across all university buildings.
• Shift Work: Operate on a rotational schedule, with potential shifts between 6 am - 7 pm, Monday to Friday.
• Safety & Compliance: Execute tasks safely and effectively, adhering to safety legislation, manufacturer manuals, and company Health & Safety Procedures.
• Fault Finding: Conduct diagnostic and fault-finding tasks to ensure system reliability.
• Asset Management: Maintain and update asset registers accurately.
• PPM & Reactive Maintenance: Perform statutory, mandatory, planned preventative, and reactive maintenance duties.
• Interpretation & Execution: Accurately interpret instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• New Installations: Assist in setting out new work, identifying required materials, and collecting relevant tools and equipment.
• Versatility: Undertake a range of duties, including tasks outside the primary trade area.
• Tool & Equipment Use: Utilize hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and equipment safely and effectively.
• Pre-Installation Inspections: Conduct pre-installation inspections and assess services required for new equipment and minor installation improvements.
• Defect Reporting: Conduct site-based surveys and report defects to the appropriate manager.
• Insurance Inspections: Prepare plant and equipment for independent insurance inspections to ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
• Multi-Trade Skills: Gain skills in other trades through suitable training and perform various maintenance tasks.
• Contractor Oversight: Occasionally oversee the work of service contractors.
• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with the Asset Manager regarding plant, equipment, and building fabric failures, and request necessary goods and services.
• Hazardous Work: Work safely in hazardous areas, confined spaces, and on contaminated equipment using appropriate PPE.
• Team Support: Instruct and support colleagues in specific work aspects.
• Administration: Complete daily individual admin tasks, including timely completion of work dockets, tickets, and logbooks.
• Software & Systems: Use relevant software systems, including PDAs, CAFM systems, BMS, work permits, and ordering systems with proper training.
• Emergency Support: Assist with emergency work outside of normal working hours when required.
• Training & Development: Support the induction and training of new starters, apprentices, and maintenance staff as part of a personal development program.
• Equipment Handling: Use ladders, scaffolding, and other necessary equipment safely.

Qualifications

• Electrical Apprenticeship: Completed apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent NVQ/C&G Level 3 qualification.
• Emergency Lighting: Knowledge of emergency lighting fundamentals and maintenance.
• Electrical Certification: 17th Edition qualification, with a willingness to undertake the 18th Edition.
• Health & Safety: Basic knowledge of Health and Safety regulations related to the construction industry.

Skills & Attributes

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of building maintenance and electrical systems.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to record detailed and accurate repair information.
• IT Proficiency: Skilled in using mobile electronic devices (handhelds) for work management