Facilities Maintenance Electrician

TWI; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

OFM in Cambridge is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Electrician to join our on-site team. You will maintain electrical systems, support building infrastructure improvements, and help keep facilities safe, compliant and operational.

You will work with the existing maintenance team across electrical and building tasks, handle planned inspections and fault finding, and contribute to a proactive, collaborative workplace serving engineers, scientists and technical specialists.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Installations, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification.
• Current IET/IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
• City & Guilds Inspection and Testing qualification.
• Practical experience across a broad range of electrical maintenance and installation activities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage workload effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, flexible and collaborative approach to work.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements and COSHH regulations.
• Competent IT, literacy and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out electrical maintenance, repairs, installations, inspections, testing and fault finding across the site
• Working closely with the existing electrical and facilities maintenance team to deliver planned and reactive maintenance activities
• Maintaining accurate electronic records of inspections, testing and completed works
• Coordinating contractor attendance and liaising with Facilities Management and administration teams
• Supervising specialist service and maintenance contractors, particularly within electrical and mechanical disciplines
• Diagnosing issues, implementing temporary solutions where required, and coordinating permanent repairs
• Supporting Health & Safety initiatives and contributing to wider maintenance team activities
• Assisting with permit-to-work processes, including occasional out-of-hours activities
• Participating in the out-of-hours emergency response rota in accordance with company policy
• Providing technical electrical guidance and support to managers and colleagues
• Undertaking other reasonable duties in support of the Facilities team and wider business

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Independent working

Health & safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Installations

NVQ Level 3

IET/IEE 18th Edition wiring regulations

City & Guilds Inspection and Testing

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Electrician

Facilities Maintenance Electrician

OFM

Location: Cambridge
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Job Profile: Principal Skilled Trade
Salary: £35,100 - £38,000.00 per annum

Reference Number: JR100758
Closing Date: 18 September 2026

Security Requirements: Successful candidates will be required to undergo a BPSS check.

Join Our Facilities Team!

We’re looking for a skilled Facilities Maintenance Electrician to join our on-site Facilities Maintenance team in Cambridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrician who enjoys a varied workload, takes pride in solving problems, and wants to play an important role in maintaining and improving a dynamic working environment. You’ll be supporting a world-class community of engineers, scientists and technical specialists while working as part of a friendly, professional and collaborative team.

No two days are the same. From planned inspections and testing through to fault finding, repairs and supporting refurbishment projects, you’ll make a real impact on the safe and efficient operation of our facilities.

The Role

As a Facilities Maintenance Electrician, you’ll work closely with our existing maintenance team across a wide range of electrical and building maintenance activities.

Our facilities are continually evolving to support business growth and new projects, creating a varied and interesting environment where you’ll have opportunities to apply your expertise, contribute ideas, and develop your skills.

You will be responsible for maintaining electrical systems throughout the site, supporting infrastructure improvements, and ensuring facilities remain safe, compliant and operational.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out electrical maintenance, repairs, installations, inspections, testing and fault finding across the site

• Working closely with the existing electrical and facilities maintenance team to deliver planned and reactive maintenance activities
• Maintaining accurate electronic records of inspections, testing and completed works
• Coordinating contractor attendance and liaising with Facilities Management and administration teams
• Supervising specialist service and maintenance contractors, particularly within electrical and mechanical disciplines
• Diagnosing issues, implementing temporary solutions where required, and coordinating permanent repairs
• Supporting Health & Safety initiatives and contributing to wider maintenance team activities
• Assisting with permit-to-work processes, including occasional out-of-hours activities
• Participating in the out-of-hours emergency response rota in accordance with company policy
• Providing technical electrical guidance and support to managers and colleagues
• Undertaking other reasonable duties in support of the Facilities team and wider business

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive, customer-focused approach.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified Electrician with City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Installations, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification
• Current IET/IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification
• City & Guilds Inspection and Testing qualification
• Practical experience across a broad range of electrical maintenance and installation activities
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage workload effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, flexible and collaborative approach to work
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements and COSHH regulations
• Competent IT, literacy and numeracy skills