Electrical Technician

Oxford Brookes University; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Oxford is seeking an Electrical Services Technician to ensure proper maintenance of electrical systems in academic and residential buildings. Responsibilities include fault-finding, testing, and providing guidance to junior staff. The ideal candidate holds a recognized apprenticeship and the 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations. Benefits include generous holiday, pension plan, and training opportunities.

Benefits

33 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Local Government pension scheme

Training opportunities

Discounted sports & gym facilities

Discounted travel options

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical maintenance and installation, ideally within a similar environment.
• Comfortable working on your own initiative and as part of a team.
• Full driving licence with the ability to be insured for our vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive, planned and preventative maintenance work on electrical systems.
• Test and inspect electrical installations.
• Provide guidance and on-the-job training to junior technicians.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault-finding

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in electrical services (NVQ Level 3, AM2, City & Guilds)

18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations

Job description

Overview

Working across our University estates and reporting to the Electrical Team Supervisor, you will be part of the Electrical Services Technicians team, responsible for reactive, planned and preventative maintenance in our residential and academic buildings. We are looking to recruit 1 Electrical Services Technician. This is a full-time vacancy which is 37 hours (typically Monday to Thursday 8am to 4.30pm, and 8am to 4pm on Fridays) with an on-call rota allowance. A basic DBS check will be required.

Responsibilities

• Reactive, planned and preventative maintenance work on electrical systems
• Fault-finding, testing, and inspection of electrical installations
• Undertaking minor installation and improvement works
• Provide guidance, coaching and on the job training to handypersons and other discipline technicians/apprentices when co-working
• Complying with all relevant health and safety legislation and procedures, and reporting any potentially unsafe working methods, installations or equipment to supervision/management as appropriate

Qualifications and experience

• A recognised apprenticeship in electrical services (NVQ Level 3, AM2, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification)
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations
• Experience in electrical maintenance and installation, ideally within a similar environment
• Good prioritisation and time management skills
• Comfortable working on your own initiative and as part of a team
• Full driving licence with the ability to be insured for our vehicles

Other requirements

• Disability Confident

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job. Details vary by recruitment situation.

About Oxford Brookes University

Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward thinking institution rooted in, and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and an excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: "shape tomorrow through our unique blend of the modern and the traditional, by embracing diversity, seeking out the new and excelling in education and research." Our estates team are essential to keep all our people, staff and students, safe and comfortable, as well as engaged and supported.

Benefits

• Minimum of 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays plus additional University concessionary days
• Local Government pension scheme with 19.2% employer contribution
• Training opportunities to stay up to date with regulations and develop new areas of expertise
• Discounted rates for University sports & gym facilities
• Brookes on-site Nursery
• Discounted travel options
• TOTUM card discount scheme
• Relocation scheme (for moves over 30 miles)
• Connected community and staff networks to support a vibrant and inclusive workplace

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is a guiding principle. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.