Electrician

CBW Staffing Solutions Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities company is seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician in Edinburgh to provide electrical services across multiple sites. This role involves carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standards and documentation. Ideal candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, including an SVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation. The position offers a salary up to £40,000 DOE along with 25 days holiday, a company pension, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension

Van and fuel card provided

Full company uniform

Career progression and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Skilled in electrical installation and maintenance.
• Proficient in diagnostic and reactive electrical repairs.
• Competent in compliance documentation and health & safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance and reactive electrical services.
• Conduct routine inspections and servicing of electrical systems.
• Respond to maintenance requests and repair electrical faults.
• Maintain compliance documentation and accurate records.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety standards.

Skills

Electrical installation

Fault diagnosis

Health & Safety compliance

Use of electrical multi-function testers

Education

SVQ Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Installation

Recognised apprenticeship in electrical installation

City & Guilds 2382 qualification (18th Edition)

LV AP qualification

Health & Safety certification (IOSH or equivalent)

Job description

Maintenance Electrician - Edinburgh - Salary up to £40,000 DOE

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Mobile Maintenance Technician to join a leading facilities company. This role involves travelling across multiple sites in Edinburgh to carry out a range of electrical services, including planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and compliance checks.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive electrical services across a wide range of systems, ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual obligations.
• Carry out routine inspections, servicing, and testing of emergency lighting, switchgear, and distribution boards to maintain system reliability and safety.
• Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests, diagnosing and repairing electrical faults to minimise downtime and disruption.
• Record all maintenance activities, repairs, and compliance documentation accurately within the CAFM system, ensuring reports are updated and aligned with helpdesk requirements.
• Maintain up‑to‑date certificates, records, and compliance documentation in line with company and legislative standards.
• Undertake minor electrical projects, upgrades, and repairs, supporting associated mechanical plant maintenance when required.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health & safety standards, completing risk assessments and documentation prior to commencement.

Person Specification

• SVQ Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Installation (SQA/SJIB) or equivalent (e.g., City & Guilds NVQ Level 3).
• Completed a recognised apprenticeship in electrical installation.
• City & Guilds 2382 qualification (18th Edition desirable).
• LV AP qualification (desirable).
• Health & Safety certification (IOSH or equivalent).
• Confident in the use of electrical multi‑function testers.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £40,000 DOE.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension.
• Van and fuel card provided plus full company uniform.
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities.