Electrician

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

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking an Electrician to join their Facilities Services Team in Stornoway. This role involves carrying out planned maintenance and electrical repairs, supporting technical operations, and ensuring safety and efficiency. Candidates must have formal electrical qualifications, problem-solving skills, and experience in maintenance schemes. A full driving license is essential, and the position requires occasional weekend and evening on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Full driving license required.
• Experience of working within planned maintenance schemes.
• The ability to react and work within a team to resolve unforeseen breakdowns.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and general electrical repairs.
• Ensure accurate reporting using handheld tablet.
• Monitor site BMS systems.

Skills

Technical problem-solving abilities

Exceptional interpersonal & communication skills

Education

Formal Apprenticeship and formal trade qualifications in a technical field

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within 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 the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Working Days: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:30 & on call rota for evenings and weekends

Main Purpose:

Working as a member of the on-site Facilities Services Team, the Electrician will work closely with other members to deliver a safe and comfortable working environment to our Aegon customer.

Key Accountabilities:

• Carry out PPM and general electrical repairs, across domestic and basic commercial buildings.
• Ensure accurate and detailed reporting using handheld tablet.
• Maintain site logbooks.
• Ensure accurate stock control and reporting.
• Monitor and respond to site BMS systems.
• Identify and source materials for work orders.
• Attend regular Engineer meetings, H&S briefings and toolbox talks, as required by Supervisor.
• Provide support to the on-site Technical Supervisor by participating and contributing to meetings, when required.
• Ensure robust reporting of your day-to-day activities are in place and updated on a regular basis; this includes on-site logbooks and the CAFM system.

Qualifications, Skills & Knowledge:

Essential:

• Full driving licence required
• Formal Apprenticeship and formal trade qualifications in a technical field
• Technical problem-solving abilities
• Experience of working within planned maintenance schemes
• The ability to react and work within a team to resolve unforeseen breakdowns in a positive manner
• Exceptional interpersonal & communication skills, written and oral
• Full Driving License

Desirable:

• Formal H&S training & qualifications
• Technical knowledge of working within an FM environment
• Experience within:
  • HVAC Plant
  • UPS Systems
  • Low Voltage Distribution networks
  • Building Management Systems

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.