Electrical Engineer

Dalkia; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with overtime

25 days' annual leave plus bank &holid

Pension scheme with up to 8% employer

Life assurance and private medical

Wellbeing resources and Employee EAP

Volunteering day and PPE

Job summary

Dalkia UK is recruiting an Electrician to deliver electrical maintenance and minor installation projects across the University of Lincoln estate. You’ll work across academic buildings, student accommodation, laboratories and historic properties, ensuring electrical systems are safe, reliable and compliant.

The role combines planned maintenance, reactive repairs and fault-finding with installation works, including lighting upgrades and small power extensions, working with the on-site team and

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations
• Experience in commercial, industrial, or large public-sector estates
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Good communication around students and university staff and clients

Responsibilities

• Complete planned electrical maintenance, inspections across distribution systems, lighting and emergency lighting.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, responding promptly to reactive work orders and completing remedial repairs.
• Deliver minor installations and refurbishment works, including small power extensions, lighting refits and containment systems.
• Work from schematic drawings, specify materials and support commissioning and certification of new installations.
• Maintain accurate CAFM records, service sheets and site logbooks, following risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work procedures.
• Coordinate with specialist subcontractors and participate in toolbox talks and the emergency call-out rota.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Safe working

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Job description

Maintenance & Projects Electrician

Location: University of Lincoln.
Hours: 40 hours per week, typically Monday–Friday, with participation in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota
Contract: Full-time, permanent

About the Role

Dalkia UK is looking for a qualified Electrician to deliver electrical maintenance and minor installation projects across the University of Lincoln estate. You'll work across academic buildings, student accommodation, research laboratories and historic properties, keeping electrical systems safe, reliable and compliant.

The role combines planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and fault finding with installation works, including lighting upgrades, small power extensions and refurbishment projects. Working alongside our on-site team and specialist contractors, you'll help minimise disruption and maintain high technical standards.

You'll be supporting a university through the delivery of safe, compliant and well-maintained learning and living environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete planned electrical maintenance, statutory testing and inspections across distribution systems, lighting and emergency lighting.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, responding promptly to reactive work orders and completing remedial repairs.
• Deliver minor installations and refurbishment works, including small power extensions, lighting refits, LED upgrades and containment systems.
• Work from schematic drawings, specify materials and support the commissioning and certification of new installations.
• Maintain accurate CAFM records, service sheets and site logbooks, following risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work procedures.
• Coordinate with specialist subcontractors and participate in toolbox talks and the emergency call-out rota.

What We're Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or an equivalent recognised apprenticeship.
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Proven electrical experience within a commercial, industrial or large public-sector or corporate estate.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills, with a commitment to safe working and high-quality workmanship.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence working around students, university staff and clients.

An ECS/JIB Gold Card, City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 Inspection and Testing qualifications, IPAF or PASMA certification, and additional knowledge of HVAC controls or mechanical systems would further support your application.

Why Join Us?

Join an established on-site team supporting a varied university estate. You'll have opportunities to apply your electrical expertise across maintenance and project work, develop your technical skills and contribute to improvements in campus infrastructure and energy efficiency.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• An additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution matching
• Life assurance and private medical insurance
• Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle, including retail discounts, cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes
• Access to wellbeing resources and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee recognition awards and referral bonuses
• One paid volunteering day annually to support a cause that's important to you
• Company-issued technology, uniform and PPE where applicable
• Training and genuine opportunities for

Our Values

People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing

Better Together – A collaborative team

Trusted Partners – Dedicated to our clients' success

Taking Responsibility – Making a positive difference

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.