Electrician

Manpower UK; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a skilled Electrician to join a prestigious team in Glasgow City Centre. This role involves contributing to the maintenance and development of campus facilities, working in a dynamic environment that values wellbeing and professional growth. You'll be responsible for essential electrical maintenance tasks, including fault diagnosis and installation works, while adhering to health and safety regulations. With a competitive salary and generous benefits package, this position offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions will truly make a difference.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Generous benefits package

Opportunities for training and professional growth

24 days holiday plus 11 Bank Holidays

Family-friendly initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical maintenance and installation.
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Responding to electrical breakdowns and faults promptly.
• Conducting minor installation works and routine maintenance.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Installation

Fault-finding

Health and safety regulations

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Electrician to join the estates team of our prestigious client in Glasgow City Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the ongoing maintenance and development of our campus facilities.

The basic salary is £40,000 per annum. The working hours are Sunday to Thursday, 10pm to 6:30am, with a 1-hour lunch break. The schedule involves two weeks of night shifts followed by two weeks of day shifts, Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules across campus.
• Responding promptly to electrical breakdowns and faults.
• Conducting minor installation works, including containment systems, cabling (lighting, small power, emergency lighting), and more.
• Performing routine maintenance on main and sub-main switchboards and electrical distribution networks.
• Diagnosing and repairing faults in a wide range of electrical systems, including Heating & Ventilation (H&V) control systems.
• Undertaking testing of electrical installations and systems in accordance with regulations.
• Completing remedial works following routine inspections or fault identification.
• Making minor alterations to fire alarm and intruder alarm systems.
• Participating in the emergency call-out rota.
• Ensuring all work complies with departmental procedures and Health & Safety legislation.
• Attending relevant skills training and development activities.
• Performing other duties as reasonably expected in line with the role.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in electrical maintenance, installation, and fault-finding. (18th Edition preferred)
• A solid understanding of health and safety regulations.
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship and service delivery.

Benefits

• Access to a generous benefits package, including pension scheme and relocation support (where applicable).
• Supportive team environment with a focus on wellbeing and development.
• Opportunities for training and professional growth.
• Contribution to a vibrant university campus environment.
• 24 days holiday plus 11 Bank Holidays.

Our client is proud to foster an inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. They offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Competitive financial rewards
• Family-friendly and wellbeing initiatives
• Career development and progression opportunities

Pension Scheme

All eligible staff can join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) in Scotland — a valuable and secure pension arrangement.

Equality and Diversity

Our client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community. They currently hold a Bronze Athena SWAN Award, recognizing their work in advancing gender equality.

Values

Their values reflect their culture of mutual respect, ambition, and excellence, guiding how they act and support each other.