Lighting Technician

City FM Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company seeks a skilled individual for lighting maintenance and repair across numerous stores. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, responding to service requests, and maintaining quality. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in electrical maintenance, alongside strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical wiring regulations.
• Experience with lighting installation and maintenance.
• Full valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for lighting planned maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Respond promptly to service requests and assess repair needs.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

GCSE/Standard Grade or equivalent

NVQ Level 3/City and Guilds 236 Part 1 & 2

City and Guilds 2382 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Shift Pattern: Other

This is a permanent vacancy that will close in a month at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

Job Purpose:

Responsible for lighting planned maintenance and emergency repairs in approximately 100+ M&S stores, ensuring standards are met efficiently and cost-effectively, while complying with Company Health and Safety policies.

Key Accountabilities

1. Show you Care:

• Comply with Health and Safety policies and regulations.
• Work with colleagues to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure team awareness of lighting practices and procedures.
• Complete mandatory training modules.

Make it Happen:

• Respond promptly to service requests and assess repair needs.
• Complete PPM schedules within deadlines and ensure accurate paperwork.
• Identify non-repairable faults and advise on replacements.
• Inform store managers of lighting issues affecting store operations.
• Update Mercury system with live job statuses.

Be your Best:

• Ensure tools and equipment are available and in good condition.

Strive to Improve:

• Attend training to keep skills current.
• Carry out surveys and report as required.

We are One City:

• Represent the company professionally and develop good relationships.
• Supervise and monitor work, attendance, and timekeeping of team members.
• Assist colleagues and attend meetings as required.
• Follow instructions from management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General Education:

• GCSE/Standard Grade or equivalent qualifications.
• NVQ Level 3/City and Guilds 236 Part 1 & 2 or equivalent in electrical installation/maintenance.
• City and Guilds 2382 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

Specialist Requirements:

• Knowledge of electrical wiring regulations.
• Experience with lighting installation and maintenance.
• Ability to locate electrical feeds and follow safety procedures.
• Competence in working at heights and using ladders.
• Full valid driving license.
• Flexibility to stay away from home and work flexible hours, including night shifts.

Demonstrated Behaviours:

• Proficiency with PC, iPad/tablet use for recording tasks.
• Good communication skills.
• Quality, speed, and efficiency in repairs and maintenance.
• Prompt response to service requests.
• Helpful, friendly, and self-motivated attitude.
• Ability to work independently.

The Company

Founded in 1985 by Willie and Susan Haughey, City Refrigeration Holdings has grown into a global facilities management leader, emphasizing collaboration, transparency, and long-term partnerships. With over 12,000 employees across multiple continents, City offers diverse services including maintenance, engineering, procurement, cleaning, and ancillary services across various markets, committed to professionalism, quality, and customer satisfaction.