Electrical Engineer

Hamilton Rowe Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer in Birmingham. The candidate will perform PPM and reactive maintenance on critical electrical systems, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and operate UPS and standby generators. Applicants should have at least 3 years of commercial property maintenance experience and relevant electrical qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £45,000, along with training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Bank holidays

Ongoing training

Internal progression

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in commercial property maintenance.
• Live in commutable distance to site.
• Critical experience in Banking or Data Centre is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on critical electrical and mechanical systems.
• Conduct High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) isolation and switching operations in compliance with site safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems and standby generators.
• Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) to ensure efficient plant operations.

Skills

Electrical installations / engineering qualification

Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM)

High Voltage (HV) operations

Low Voltage (LV) operations

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Education

City and Guilds / NVQ / EAL or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Electrical Engineer — Birmingham, West Midlands

£40,000 - £45,000

We've got a standout role for an Electrical Engineer based in Birmingham, to join a market leader within commercial maintenance, providing the opportunity to work in a critical environment, be provided ongoing training, and exposure to critical plant equipment!

Responsibilities

• Perform Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on critical electrical and mechanical systems
• Conduct High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) isolation and switching operations in compliance with site safety procedures
• Operate and maintain Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, standby generators, HV / LV infrastructure, and precision cooling systems
• Monitor and control Building Management Systems (BMS) and SCADA systems to ensure stable and efficient plant operations
• Carry out daily plant checks, scheduled inspections, and comprehensive fault diagnostics
• Support the creation and execution of switching schedules, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards
• Collaborate with shift teams to respond to system alarms, equipment failures, and operational escalations
• Maintain accurate records, including operational logs, work permits, and statutory documentation

Requirements

• Qualified in electrical installations / engineering (City and guilds / NVQ / EAL or equivalent)
• 3 years experience in commercial property maintenance (Minimum)
• Live in commutable distance to site
• Critical experience (Banking or Data Centre) - Desirable, not essential

Salary and Package

• Salary: £45,000 per annum
• Low Voltage training + AP status provided
• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
• 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays
• Join a market leading firm
• On going training
• Overtime available
• Internal progression