Electrician

Sodexo Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Colchester is seeking a motivated Electrician to maintain its facilities. The role involves planned and reactive maintenance across various sites, requiring NVQ Level 3 and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include mental health support and various employee rewards.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts for you & family

Cycle to Work

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Stage 3 Electrician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and at least 2 years’ relevant experience.
• Inspection & Testing Level 3 (City & Guilds) required.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical and building services.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs.
• Provide updates to the Digi Hub and ensure safety.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Practical electrical engineering knowledge

Good understanding of health & safety standards

Proficient IT skills

Ability to plan and manage workload

Fluent written and spoken English

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Inspection & Testing Level 3

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

CAFM/CMMS

Job description

• 40 hours per week
• Shift pattern/ hours - Monday to Friday
• £18.54 per hour
• Sodexo rewards and benefits

Job Introduction

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Electrician to join our team at Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex CO2 7UT to help keep our facilities running smoothly. Reporting to the Hard FM Supervisor, you will deliver day-to-day electrical services across our regional sites, manage contractors and suppliers, and ensure all planned and reactive maintenance is completed safely and on time.

What you’ll do:

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of electrical and building services equipment (boilers, pumps, air systems, lighting, control panels, etc.).

• Diagnose faults and complete repairs within your technical capability.

• Support statutory, legislative and mandatory electrical maintenance tasks.

• Work with subcontractors for testing, inspections and maintenance.

• Maintain accurate records and compliance documentation.

• Provide real-time updates to the Digi Hub and ensure safe working practices at all times.

What you bring:

Essential

• Stage 3 Electrician with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and at least 2 years’ relevant experience.

• Inspection & Testing Level 3 (City & Guilds).

• Strong problem-solving skills and practical electrical engineering knowledge.

• Good understanding of health & safety standards.

• Ability to plan and manage your own workload.

• Fluent written and spoken English.

• Full, clean UK driving licence.

• Proficient IT skills (Excel, Word, Microsoft Office, CAFM/CMMS).

Desirable

• Property maintenance experience.

• Familiarity with Maximo or EZ Max systems.

• Experience working with subcontractors.

• Previous AP/CP appointment in Electrical, Boilers/Pressure Systems, Working at Heights or Confined Spaces.

• Knowledge of Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance tobe part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you foryou;you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!