Electrician

Manchester Arndale; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading facilities management company on a major retail contract as part of their Technical Services mobile team. This role requires a qualified electrician to undertake PPM and reactive works, manage contractor duties, and ensure health and safety compliance. With opportunities for career growth and beneficial perks, this position is aimed at candidates who are committed and skilled in facilities management.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities

Paid travel

Company tools and van provided

Uniform and PPE supplied

Tablet and phone provided

Training and upskilling opportunities

Internal Mental Health support

Career progression

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Valid UK driving license required.
• Experience in Facilities Management beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage PPM and reactive works within set time frames.
• Monitor workmanship and standards of contractors.
• Ensure proper servicing and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Facilities Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Use of Electronic Handheld Devices

Basic IT Skills (Excel & Microsoft Office)

Education

Qualified Electrician (City & Guilds 2330 & 2391 or NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition)

First Aid Certification

CSCS Skills Card or Equivalent

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with over 50,000 colleagues and a turnover exceeding £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services across facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security, and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers, and communities. We are committed to doing business the right way, guided by our TRUE values: Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Join our Technical Services mobile team on a major retail contract, with opportunities to support other commercial and residential contracts within our expanding division.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Undertake PPM, proactive, and reactive works issued through the helpdesk within set time frames to meet customer expectations.
2. Manage contractor control duties, including monitoring workmanship and standards.
3. Ensure equipment and surrounding areas conform to company standards.
4. Evaluate performance and ensure proper servicing and maintenance of contracted equipment.
5. Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation.
6. Contribute to overall efficiency, effectiveness, and contract profitability.
7. Support the implementation of an integrated approach for service delivery, ensuring safety, timeliness, budget adherence, and quality.
8. Provide callout response as per the rota, approximately once every four weeks.

Essential Hiring Criteria:

• Right to work in the UK
• Valid UK driving license
• Relevant certifications: Qualified Electrician (City & Guilds 2330 & 2391 or NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition)
• Experience in Facilities Management is beneficial
• CSCS Skills card or equivalent
• First Aid certification
• Ability to use electronic handheld devices
• Basic IT skills: Excel & Microsoft Office

Benefits:

• Overtime opportunities
• Paid travel (deducting 30 mins each way)
• Company tools and van provided
• Uniform and PPE supplied
• Tablet and phone provided
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• HAPI App discounts and vouchers
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £500 rewards)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to diversity and inclusion initiatives like “CHROMA”
• Internal Mental Health support
• Immediate access to learning and development platform “Opportunity”
• Career progression in a growing company
• Real-time wage tracking with “WageStream”

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.