Electrical Engineer

Manpower UK; Oxford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK is recruiting an Electrical Engineer for a permanent role at a college in Oxford city centre. The position covers maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems to keep utilities and equipment safe, compliant and operational. The role includes out-of-hours on-call work on a rota and requires a full UK driving licence.

The salary offered is up to £43,500 per annum. The ideal candidate will have relevant electrical qualifications and strong fault-finding and record-keeping

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical qualifications and demonstrate strong fault-finding and record-keeping abilities.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Experience with IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and safe electrical practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, compliant electrical maintenance, repair, and installation across College buildings.
• Keep precise records for planned maintenance, inspections and statutory checks.
• Provide electrical support, including out-of-hours on-call duties, as required.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to support general building upkeep.

Skills

Fault finding

Record keeping

Electrical maintenance

BS 7671

Education

Electrical qualifications

Tools

Testing equipment

Electrical installations

Job description

This permanent Electrical Engineer position with Manpower UK supports an established college in Oxford city centre, offering a salary of up to £43,500 per annum. The successful candidate will deliver safe, compliant electrical maintenance, repair and installation services across the site, alongside general building upkeep. Duties include keeping precise records for planned maintenance, inspections and statutory checks so that electrical systems, utilities, plant, machinery and equipment stay operational and meet regulations. The post is full time and involves out-of-hour call-outs on a rota basis, so flexibility is essential. A full UK driving licence is required. Applicants should hold relevant electrical qualifications and demonstrate strong fault-finding and record-keeping abilities. Manpower Recruitment are working with an established college in Oxford City Centre and are looking for a Full-Time Electrical Engineer. The role is a full time, Permanent role and the salary offered is £43500pa, with duties of out of hour call outs on a rota basis.

• Please note, a full UK Driving licence, would be required.
• Closing date for Applications is 18th November, 2026

The Role To deliver safe, compliant, and effective electrical maintenance, repair, and installation services across the College, while supporting general building maintenance activity. The postholder will maintain accurate records for planned maintenance, inspections, and statutory checks, ensuring that electrical systems, utilities, plant, machinery, and equipment remain safe, operational, and compliant.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Services

Carry out electrical maintenance, repair, and installation work across College buildings independently and in accordance with statutory requirements and the current edition of the IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671). Inspect, test, and maintain electrical installations and equipment, including fixed wiring, lighting, sockets, emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, and associated electrical plant. Diagnose electrical faults and undertake repairs, rewiring, circuit maintenance, adaptations, and replacements as required. Provide electrical support for out-of-hours College events and conferences where required.

General Repairs and Maintenance

Undertake planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on building services, systems, and equipment across the College estate, working without constant supervision. Complete routine planned preventative maintenance (PPM) inspections, including water hygiene, emergency lighting, fire safety, and other statutory or operational checks. Carry out minor and medium-scale building repairs, including work on furniture, fittings, doors, windows, and other structural elements. Undertake general building tasks, including fabrication, repair, and finishing work, to a high standard. Support out-of-hours events during term time and the summer conference season.

Records, Safety, and Teamwork

Maintain accurate and timely manual and electronic records, including work requests, PPM checks, stores requisitions, time allocation, and statutory documentation. Comply with all relevant health and safety legislation, College procedures, risk assessments, and method statements. Report unsafe practices, defective installations, or faulty equipment promptly to the appropriate manager. Maintain tidy workshops and stores and assist with the management of tools, materials, and equipment inventory. Participate in the Maintenance Department on-call rota and provide out-of-hours support as required. Present a professional, approachable, and customer-focused manner, acting as a positive ambassador for the College. Attend training and development activities to maintain and update electrical, maintenance, and statutory compliance knowledge. Undertake other duties appropriate to the role, supporting a collaborative one team approach across the College.

Person Specification Essential

Proven technical competence in electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing, including reactive, planned, and preventative work. Demonstrable experience of electrical work carried out in accordance with the current IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7