Electrical Technician: Maintenance & Fault-Finding

CBRE Local UK; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Local UK is seeking an Electrical Technician to support reactive and planned maintenance of building engineering systems across multiple sites in Ipswich. You will perform fault finding, repairs, and contribute to small works projects under supervision, ensuring compliance with current regulations.

The role requires an electrical apprenticeship or similar training, City & Guilds 2382 BS 7671, and a valid JIB card. UPS/generator knowledge and safe working practices are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an apprenticeship or an equivalent formal training programme in electrical installation and maintenance.
• Must hold a City and Guilds level 3 technical certificate or equivalent in electrical discipline.
• Must hold City and Guilds 2382 Level 3 certificate in BS 7671 or equivalent; may be required to obtain within 3 months if not held.
• Hold a Level 3 NVQ diploma in Electrical Installation or Maintenance (AM2 or equivalent).
• Hold a JIB skills card and relevant electrical qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all low voltage electrical distribution and associated power/lighting systems and perform PPM routines.
• Maintain equipment, appliances, and fixtures connected to electrical systems as directed.
• Deliver small works projects in coordination with AFM and Projects/Construction teams.
• Ensure compliance with BS7671 wiring regulations in repairs and installations.
• Assist in project hand-over and snagging of new installations for maintainability.
• Diagnose faults on LV AC/DC control systems and perform repairs as required.
• Ensure test equipment is calibrated and maintained per regulations.
• Complete risk assessments for reactive and planned maintenance tasks.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Safety compliance

Project coordination

AP experience

Education

City and Guilds level 3 technical certificate

City and Guilds 2382 Level 3 certificate (BS 7671)

Level 3 NVQ diploma in Electrical Installation or Maintenance

City and Guilds level 3 inspection, testing & certification

Tools

UPS systems

Generators

Job description

CBRE Local UK is seeking an Electrical Technician to support reactive and planned maintenance of building engineering systems across multiple sites in Ipswich. You will perform fault finding, repairs, and contribute to small works projects under supervision, ensuring compliance with current regulations.

The role requires an electrical apprenticeship or similar training, City & Guilds 2382 BS 7671, and a valid JIB card. UPS/generator knowledge and safe working practices are essential for success.