Electrical Technician

Bath Spa University; Bath; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

On-site nursery

Enhanced maternity scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

EV Cycle to Work

Staff discounts

Job summary

Bath Spa University is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join the Estates team at Newton Park, Bath. This full-time Grade 6 role involves fault finding, testing, installations and emergency response to maintain electrical infrastructure across a diverse estate.

The role includes a £2k per annum allowance where qualified, with full training provided to obtain required qualifications. Generous benefits are available, and the salary starts from £36,630 up to £38,448 per year.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in an Electrical discipline (apprenticeship to ONC/OND level).
• Significant experience testing fixed electrical installations.
• Recent experience working in a maintenance environment.
• Desirable HV systems experience.
• Desirable mechanical maintenance experience.
• Desirable experience operating and maintaining a Building Management System.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Undertake electrical testing and inspection per BS7671 requirements.
• Maintain and test emergency lighting, fire alarm and generator systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults, control systems, motors, pumps and HVAC equipment.
• Carry out electrical installations, modifications and upgrades.
• Support operation and maintenance of the University's electrical distribution infrastructure.
• Assist with Portable Appliance Testing (PAT).
• Supervise and coordinate specialist contractors on University sites.
• Share technical knowledge and best practice with colleagues.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergencies to minimise disruption.
• Ensure works comply with health and safety requirements and safe systems of work.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical qualification

Maintenance experience

Testing fixed installations

Tools

Building Management System

Job description

Compensation: Grade 6 - Starting from £34,630 rising to £38,448 per annum

Application Deadline: 22 October 2026

Department: Estates & Services

Location: Bath, Somerset - Newton Park

Description

Join Bath Spa University's Estates team and play a vital role in maintaining and improving the electrical infrastructure across our diverse academic and residential estate. This hands‑on role offers a varied workload, from fault finding and testing to installations and emergency response, helping ensure a safe and reliable environment for students and staff. (This is a full time, Grade 6 role, plus £2k per annum High Voltage Appointed Person Responsibility Allowance payable where appropriately qualified. Full training will be provided to obtain the necessary qualification if required).

About the Role

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance across University properties.
• Undertake electrical testing and inspection in accordance with BS7671 requirements.
• Maintain and test emergency lighting, fire alarm and generator systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults, control systems, motors, pumps and HVAC-related equipment.
• Carry out electrical installations, modifications and upgrades.
• Support the operation and maintenance of the University's electrical distribution infrastructure.
• Assist with Portable Appliance Testing (PAT).
• Supervise and coordinate specialist contractors working on University sites.
• Support colleagues by sharing technical knowledge and best practice.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergencies to minimise disruption.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with health and safety requirements and safe systems of work.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with University stakeholders regarding maintenance activities.

About You

Essential

• Qualifications in an Electrical discipline, preferably through a trade Apprenticeship through to BTEC ONC/OND level.
• Significant experience of testing fixed electrical installations
• Significant recent experience working in a maintenance environment.

Desirable

• Experience of HV systems.
• Experience of mechanical maintenance.
• Experience of operating and maintaining a full Building Management System

Additional Information

Grade 6 - Starting from £36,630 rising to £38,448 per annum (plus £2k per annum High Voltage Appointed Person Responsibility Allowance payable where appropriately qualified. Full training will be provided to obtain the necessary qualification if required)

The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including

• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
• Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
• Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
• Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
• Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app

For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/