Electrical Technician - GSK

Emcor Uk; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical Technician, where your expertise in electrical maintenance will play a key role in ensuring optimal facility operations. This position offers a chance to work on GSK sites, performing both routine and reactive maintenance while adhering to safety standards. With a commitment to personal and professional development, you will have opportunities to advance technically and in leadership roles. Enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation, with a comprehensive benefits package including generous holidays and flexible working options.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Holiday buy scheme

Flexible benefits

Health plans

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical maintenance within building service or industrial environments.
• Willing to attain and hold Authorised Person LV status.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and implement corrective measures.
• Manage subcontractors, ensuring safety and quality compliance.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety Compliance

Customer Interaction

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Discipline

C&G 2391-52 Inspection & Testing

BS7671 - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role Overview:

As an electrical technician on GSK sites, you will be a self-starter, able to initiate, control, and complete routine and reactive maintenance to an exceptional standard. You will demonstrate true ownership and stewardship of your working areas, ensuring all works are conducted safely and facilities are kept to a very high standard. You will be required to coordinate with contractors, ensuring their compliance with safety and quality standards demanded by EMCOR UK.

EMCOR UK invests in our people, offering ample opportunities for personal and professional development. This role provides opportunities to develop both technically and in leadership roles.

What you'll do:

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks to ensure maximum efficiency, availability, and reliability of services and facilities.
• Maintain a safety-focused, professional attitude, work independently, and apply technical skills as required by the contract.
• Follow defined safe systems of work, policies, and procedures; stop work when unsafe, escalate issues, and assist in corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults, identify root causes, and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regulations and safety standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other maintenance staff or apprentices.
• Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and team members to ensure safe and timely completion of tasks.
• Implement 'make safe' procedures and gather initial evidence in electrical safety incidents.
• Take ownership of electrical areas, including HV/LV substations, switch-rooms, and equipment.
• Perform duties of LV and HV Authorized Person when appointed.
• Liaise with the Helpdesk to respond to urgent maintenance requests within contracted timescales.
• Work reasonable overtime as required to support business continuity.

Resource responsibilities:

• Manage subcontractors, ensuring safety and quality compliance, issuing safety documents, and following safe systems of work.

Person Specification

Who you'll be:

• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in electrical discipline
• BS7671 - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Experience in electrical maintenance within building service or industrial environments
• Experience in customer interactions within a service contract
• Strong communication, IT, and literacy skills
• Adherence to quality standards and regulations, preferably in Pharma
• Willing to attain and hold Authorised Person LV status
• C&G 2391-52 Inspection & Testing
• HV AP or progressing towards it, with a desire to advance further
• Involvement or leadership in continuous improvement initiatives

Other factors:

• Based at GSK R&D Stevenage
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• Benefits include 25 days holiday + bank holidays, holiday buy scheme, industry-leading policies, referral scheme, recognition schemes, flexible benefits, bike scheme, volunteering days, health plans, and support programs.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is valued.