Maintenance Electrician

OCS; Wembley; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an electrically competent technician to perform planned and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and controls in high-reliability environments. You will diagnose faults, complete records, and liaise with site teams and Network Rail staff.

The role includes a 1-in-5 on-call rota and occasional night work. Ideally you hold City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installation Engineering qualifications (AM2) and the 18th Edition wiring regs, with a track safety or rail

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent craft qualification.
• AM2 or similar assessment required.
• Wiring regulations qualification (2381-18) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform PPM and reactive maintenance on electrical systems, lighting, distribution boards, emergency systems and controls.
• Diagnose and repair faults quickly to minimise downtime.
• Ensure all works comply with statutory requirements, safety standards and company procedures.
• Complete accurate job records and reports using digital systems.
• Support the wider Hard FM team with multi-disciplinary maintenance when required.
• Liaise with site managers, contractors and Network Rail staff to ensure seamless delivery of maintenance services.
• Participate in a 1-in-5 on-call rota, responding to emergency call-outs as required.
• When needed, be willing to work 1-night a week.

Skills

Fault finding

Communication

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds 2350 NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation Engineering + AM2

City & Guilds 2381-18 Level 3 Award (18th Edition)

Inspection & Testing (2391-52) Level 3

Job description

About The Role:

Key Responsibilities

• Perform PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and reactive maintenance on electrical systems, lighting, distribution boards, emergency systems, and controls.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults quickly and effectively to minimise downtime.
• Ensure all works comply with statutory requirements, safety standards, and company procedures.
• Complete accurate job records and reports using digital systems.
• Support the wider Hard FM team with multi-disciplinary maintenance when required.
• Liaise with site managers, contractors, and Network Rail staff to ensure seamless delivery of maintenance services.
• Participate in a 1-in-5 on-call rota, responding to emergency call-outs as required.
• When needed, be willing to work 1-night a week.

Work Pattern

• Monday-Friday
• 08:00-17:00 (40 hours per week)
• 1-in-5 on-call rota, with enhanced rates
• When needed, 1-night per week, with enhanced rates
• Overtime available

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Building Services, Network Rail or Rail Infrastructure experience (LU, Crossrail, etc.)
• Experience in safety-critical or high-reliability environments.
• PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification

Essential Qualifications

• A craft qualification such as a recognised electrical apprenticeship such as or equivalent to City & Guilds 2350 NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation Engineering + AM2
• The current wiring regulations qualification such as or equal to City & Guilds 2381-18 Level 3 Award (18th Edition)

Desirable Qualifications

• An Inspection & Testing qualification such as or equal to City & Guilds 2391-52 Level 3 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.