Electrical Day Engineer

Phoenix Resourcing Services; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious University seeks a Day Electrical Engineer to join their maintenance team. The role involves executing a range of tasks including repair work, diagnostic testing, and adherence to safety guidelines. Applicants should have completed an electrical apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications and be proficient in building maintenance, making it an excellent opportunity for personal growth and professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship in Electrical or equivalent NVQ/C&G level 3.
• Knowledge of Emergency Lighting standards.
• Proficient with mobile electronic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive repair and maintenance service across University buildings.
• Conduct diagnostics and fault-finding tasks.
• Plan and execute maintenance work ensuring satisfactory operation.

Skills

Knowledge of building maintenance

Understanding of electrical systems

Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Ability to record repair information

Proficient in mobile electronics

Education

Completed apprenticeship in Electrical

Equivalent NVQ/C&G level 3

17th edition and willingness for 18th edition

Job description

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Our client is in search of a Day Electrical Engineer to commence work at a prestigious site, offering an opportunity to gain valuable experience and progress within the role. We are seeking a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Engineer who will operate independently within the electrician trade, collaborating with General Maintenance Assistants as needed.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive repair and maintenance service for systems, plant, and equipment across all University buildings. The role involves adherence to a rotational schedule, with the possibility of working between 6 am – 7 pm, Monday to Friday, based on published work patterns.

Responsibilities:

• Execute work safely and effectively, adhering to relevant safety legislation, manufacturers’ manuals, and KUSCO Health & Safety Procedures.
• Conduct diagnostic and fault-finding tasks.
• Maintain and update asset registers.
• Perform maintenance tasks, including statutory, mandatory, planned preventative, and reactive maintenance.
• Interpret instructions, drawings, and specifications accurately.
• Assist in setting out new work, identifying materials for ordering, and collecting using relevant tools and equipment.
• Demonstrate flexibility by undertaking a wide range of duties, including those outside the primary trade area.
• Utilize hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and equipment within safety guidelines.
• Plan and carry out maintenance work on systems, plant, equipment, and buildings, ensuring satisfactory operation upon completion.
• Conduct inspections for pre-installations and investigate services required for new equipment and minor installation improvement works.
• Conduct site-based surveys and report defects to the appropriate manager.
• Prepare plant and equipment for independent insurance inspection for compliance with statutory regulations.
• Acquire skills in other trades, performing various tasks with suitable training.
• Oversee the work of service contractors on occasion.
• Liaise with the Asset Manager regarding plant, equipment, and building fabric failures, requesting the supply of goods and services as needed.
• Work in hazardous areas, confined spaces, and on contaminated equipment using appropriate protective equipment and safety measures.
• Liaise with and instruct others on aspects of the work.
• Complete daily individual administration tasks, including the timely completion of works/job dockets/tickets and logbooks.
• Utilize relevant software systems, including PDA’s, CAFM system, BMS, work permit system, and ordering system with proper training.
• Assist with emergency work when requested, including outside normal working hours.
• Support the induction and training of new starters, apprentices, and maintenance staff as part of a personal development program.
• Utilize equipment such as ladders and scaffolding as required.

Qualifications:

• Completed an apprenticeship in Electrical or obtained an equivalent NVQ/C&G level 3.
• Emergency Lighting – Fundamentals, providing basic knowledge to design to relevant standards.
• Emergency Lighting – Maintenance, providing the required knowledge to maintain/test a commercial system for compliance.
• 17th edition and willingness to undertake 18th edition.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Sound knowledge of building maintenance and understanding of electrical systems.
• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety issues in connection with the Construction Industry.
• Ability to record detailed and accurate repair information.
• Proficient in using mobile electronic equipment (handhelds).