Maintenance Electrician

Reed; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with on-call pay

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Health and safety training

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Maintenance Electrician in Reading to join the Estates team. The role involves maintaining electrical systems across university-owned properties and supporting on-call duties as required.

The ideal candidate will have an apprenticeship in electrical installation, 18th Edition certification, and strong fault-finding skills, with the ability to work independently or in a team in a dynamic campus environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship in Electrical Installation or Maintenance.
• 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations to BS7671.
• Proven electrical maintenance experience with fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with good time management.
• Strong IT skills, including CAFM systems.
• Excellent communication and customer care.
• 2391 is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on power and lighting systems across university properties.
• Inspect and test low voltage networks, fire alarms, and emergency lighting.
• Supervise routine maintenance tasks and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment for fixtures and events.
• Coordinate with contractors and provide supervision to ensure quality.
• Record job details and risk assessments using CAFM/tools.
• Take part in on-call rota and provide out-of-hours support.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Teamwork

Time management

Digital literacy

Customer facing

Handover/shift coordination

Education

Electrical Installation Apprenticeship

18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations BS7671

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

Maintenance Electrician

• Location: Reading
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday-Friday (Plus occasional on-call)
• Salary: Competitive, with extensive benefits

Join our Clients Estates team as a Maintenance Electrician, where you will play a crucial role in the maintenance and operation of the extensive property portfolio. This position offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, ensuring the smooth operation and safety of electrical systems across a varied estate.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on power and lighting systems, including ancillary equipment across university-owned properties.
• Conduct routine inspections, maintenance, and testing of the low voltage electrical network, fire alarm, and emergency lighting systems.
• Supervise and assist in routine maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with statutory legislation and industry standards.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment for both permanent fixtures and temporary events.
• Engage with specialist contractors, providing supervision and liaison to ensure quality and compliance.
• Utilise provided technology to record job details, risk assessments, and other relevant data.
• Participate in the maintenance team's call-out rota, providing out-of-hours support as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications in Electrical Installation or Maintenance.
• Relevant certifications such as 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations to BS7671
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance, with strong fault-finding skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good computer literacy, particularly in using tablets and CAFM systems.
• Strong communication skills and a client-facing attitude, with a focus on customer care.
• 2391 is desirable but not essential

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package with additional payments for on-call duties.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive team environment within a leading educational institution.
• Comprehensive health and safety training to ensure a secure working environment.