Electrician (Projects)

Dalkia; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Dalkia UK, based in London, is seeking an electrician/maintenance engineer to support Tate artworks installations and building services across Tate Britain and Tate Modern. You will handle electrical installations, upgrades, and reactive works, liaising with curators and project teams to ensure timely delivery.

Ideal candidates will hold City & Guilds in Electrical Installation, 18th Edition, and an apprenticeship, with experience in occupied buildings and IPAF.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Electrical Installation Parts 1 & 2 or equivalent.
• 18th Edition qualification.
• Time served apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Experience in electrical installation works in occupied buildings.
• IPAF

Responsibilities

• Install electrical systems and controls associated with Heating, Ventilation and general Building Services.
• Install lighting and distribution systems.
• Provide reports and maintain site records for new works carried out.
• Maintain stores systems and manage parts as required.
• Be flexible in work hours to meet Tate business needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Time management

Education

City & Guilds Electrical Installation Parts 1 & 2

18th Edition qualification

Time served apprenticeship

Job description

About Dalkia UK

At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.

Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.

The two Positions are based at the Tate art Galleries. Site time will be split between the two sites. With additional coverage at Tate Stores Based in the Old Kent Road.

The Tate galleries form a nationally significant network of museums that showcase the history of British art while presenting innovative modern and contemporary works from around the world

Tate Britain (London)

• Located at Millbank, London.
• Displays British art from the 16th century to the present day.
• Home to the world's largest collection of works by J.M.W. Turner.
• Focuses on the development of British art through history.

Tate Modern (London)

• Opened in 2000 in the former Bankside Power Station.
• Dedicated to international modern and contemporary art from 1900 onwards.
• Features painting, sculpture, photography, film, installation, and performance art.
• One of the most visited modern art museums in the world

Overview

• To carry out installation works and support maintenance activities to Tate exhibitions, plant replacements/upgrades and general electrical works. This will encompass new, reactive and replacement works and emergency procedures ensuring they are expedited with the minimum of delay in support of Tate's operation. Able to work unsupervised and apply own initiative working across all Tate sites as required.

Aims and Objectives

• Comply with HASAWA and company HSE procedures.
• To carry out new installation, upgrade or replacement electrical works, supervising other staff when necessary and assist in providing technical solutions when called upon.
• To ensure onsite Quality Assurance procedures are adhered to in all respects and to maintain accurate records/documentation associated with works.
• Participate in Permit to Work System.
• To work across all Tate sites liaising with customer representatives when required organising resources to deliver works as required to meet programme and customer expectations.
• Meet/exceed Service Level Agreements/Objectives as set.
• Support Tate events as required.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Working with Artists & Curators in delivering their exhibition expectations.
• Installation of electrical systems and controls associated with Heating, Ventilating and general Building Services.
• Installation of lighting and distribution systems.
• Provide reports in relation to work and equipment as required, including completion of site records for new works carried out.
• To maintain stores systems.
• Be flexible in approach to working hours required taking into account Tate business hours, public access and customer completion dates.
• Assist other trades as required. To undertake miscellaneous duties as instructed.
• Provide cover for other staff when on holiday or during sickness absence.

Health & Safety

All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect. Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy.

Working Relationships

Internal

• To work coherently with other members of the SPIE team, close liaison with project managers and administration team.
• To advise and assist Curators and other Dept representatives with their challenges and build close working relationships with them in a calm and methodical manner.

External

• Customer duty management staff, security and general customer representatives to deliver first class service, liaison and assistance with SPIE external specialist contractors as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

The knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the position are:

Essential

• City & Guilds (Electrical Installation 236) Parts 1 & 2 or equivalent
• 18th Edition qualification
• Time served apprenticeship or equivalent
• Experience in electrical installation works in occupied buildings
• IPAF

Desirable

• Health and Safety Training
• GCSE (Or 'O' Level equivalent) passes in Maths and English
• Experience of LV systems and switching, possibly AP status
• Test & Inspection qualified
• Experience with electrical maintenance including fault diagnosis and rectification
• Good mechanical experience/knowledge
• Driving license

Competencies

The core support team competency framework for the position are:

• Willingness and ability to work as a member of the team and alone
• Confidence and commitment to providing a high quality, professional service
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work unsupervised supervising others & take responsibility for the completion of tasks
• Adaptable and flexible in approach to work required
• Reliable and punctual for duty
• Detail conscious
• Results/tasks orientated
• Acceptable personal grooming standards
• Ability to remain calm under pressure

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions should be regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post.

Our Values

People First - It starts with health, safety and wellbeing

Better Together - A collaborative team

Trusted Partners - Dedicated to our clients' success

Taking Responsibility - Making a positive difference

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.