Electrical Engineer - College

Ace Academics Consultancy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in South East London is seeking a Building Services Maintenance Engineer (Electrical) to maintain and repair electrical systems. The role involves planned preventive maintenance, statutory inspections, and managing contractors. Candidates should have a vocational qualification in electrical engineering and experience in commercial environments. This role offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Vocational qualification in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Experience in maintaining electrical systems in a commercial environment.
• Knowledge of BS7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations).

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults quickly.
• Conduct statutory inspection and testing in line with regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Manage and supervise external contractors.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns.

Job description

Building Services Maintenance Engineer (Electrical) Based In a College

Location: London

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Building Services Maintenance Engineer (Electrical) to join a well-established estates and facilities team for a lovely college in South East London. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and compliance of electrical systems across multiple sites. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, carrying out both planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs, while ensuring full compliance with statutory regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance on electrical systems including lighting, distribution boards, control panels, and emergency systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults quickly and effectively to minimise downtime.
• Conduct statutory inspection and testing in line with BS7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, asset registers, and compliance documentation.
• Manage and supervise external contractors, ensuring safe and high-quality delivery of works.
• Support wider estates operations as part of a multi-skilled maintenance team.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and occasional out-of-hours call-outs.

About You (Essential Skills & Experience)

Vocational qualific...