Electrician - Oakham

RecruitMe; Oakham; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Electrician, where your skills will contribute to maintaining and upgrading electrical systems in a historic estate. This role offers hands-on experience in resolving electrical issues, performing planned maintenance, and supporting energy efficiency initiatives. You'll utilize a digital CAFM system to manage jobs and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including contributions to private medical insurance and a generous pension scheme. If you're looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

50% contribution towards private medical insurance

Staff discounts on school fees

Free lunches during term-time

Free use of sports centre

Enhanced contributory pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to Westfield Health and Rewards platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Flu vaccinations

Complimentary tickets to selected school performances

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 and 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.
• Preferred qualification: 2391 Electrical Inspection and Testing.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve electrical faults and breakdowns.
• Carry out planned maintenance and support small installation projects.

Skills

Electrical Fault Resolution

Planned Maintenance

Health and Safety Compliance

Energy Efficiency Initiatives

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds 2230

18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations

2391 Electrical Inspection and Testing

Tools

CAFM System

Tablet

Job description

Electrician - £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

As an Electrician, you’ll be part of a close-knit team maintaining, repairing, and upgrading electrical systems across our varied and historic estate. This is a hands-on, dynamic role that will see you respond to reactive issues, deliver planned preventative maintenance, and contribute to project installations.

Using a tablet and our digital CAFM system, you'll manage jobs efficiently and keep accurate records, helping us maintain high standards in every corner of the School. You'll also play a key role in ensuring compliance, safety, and energy efficiency across our buildings.

Hours: 39 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Key Responsibilities

1. Respond to and resolve electrical faults and breakdowns
2. Carry out planned maintenance and complete remedial works following EICR inspections
3. Support small installation projects including lighting, power and data
4. Maintain accurate technical records using the CAFM system
5. Deliver work in line with health and safety regulations and School policies
6. Support energy efficiency initiatives and sustainable working practices
7. Contribute to the overall maintenance of our estate by supporting broader estates tasks where appropriate

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

1. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2230 or equivalent trade qualification (essential)
2. 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (essential)
3. 2391 Electrical Inspection and Testing (preferred)
4. Full UK Driving Licence (essential) – vehicle provided for work

Benefits Package

1. 50% contribution towards private medical insurance
2. Staff discounts on school fees, local nursery and holiday clubs
3. Free lunches during term-time
4. Free use of sports centre (with small joining fee)
5. Enhanced contributory pension scheme (School contributes up to 10%)
6. Cycle to Work scheme
7. Access to Westfield Health and Rewards platform
8. Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Occupational Health
9. Flu vaccinations and support for continued professional development
10. Complimentary tickets to selected school performances

Apply now!