Maintenance Electrician

Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Free on-site parking

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

University of Wolverhampton Estates Management is recruiting qualified electricians to support the campus and West Midlands areas. You will hold an electrical installation apprenticeship and NVQ3 or equivalent, with BS7671 18th edition training and be prepared for fault-finding, repairs, and alterations across building services.

A current driving licence and willingness to participate in an on-call rota are essential; cross-trade flexibility is valued and training will be provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Registered apprenticeship or equivalent in electrical installation.
• NVQ Level 3 or approved equivalent in Electrical Installation; City & Guilds 2360 Part 2.
• BS7671:18th edition knowledge and compliance with current amendments; IET regs.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical work across the University estates, including fault finding and repairs.
• Carry out alterations to building services under supervision of Technical Supervisor.
• Demonstrate cross-trade flexibility after appropriate training and validation.
• Possess an Inspection and Testing qualification where possible; be on an on-call rota.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Repairs & alterations

Cross-trade flexibility

Computer literacy

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

City & Guilds 2360 Part 2

BS7671: 18th edition (up to current amendments)

Tools

Building Management Systems

Job description

Estates Management is seeking to recruit suitably qualified and experienced electricians to support the University estate in Wolverhampton to join the effective and efficient Maintenance Teams. You shall have served a registered apprenticeship or equivalent training in specifically the electrical installation trade. He/she should be experience ideally in an industrial/commercial environment and must hold an NVQ Level 3 or approved equivalent in Electrical Installation, the City and Guilds 2360 Electrical Installation Theory Part 2 Course or approved equivalent and have completed a recognised course on BS7671 :18th edition of the I.E.T. Regulations up to and including all current amendments Computer literacy is desirable for operation of Building Management Systems. Also, a first aid certificate would be desirable, but training would be given if not. Post apprenticeship /training experience will be required with evidence of appropriate competency. Working under the direction of the Technical Supervisor you will primarily undertake electrical work which would include: fault finding, repairs and alterations to the various building services throughout the University. A degree of cross trade flexibility is a feature of the work, once appropriate training has been given, or prior training has been validated. Holding an Inspection and Testing qualification is also desirable. You will be required to participate in an "on call" rota and must therefore hold a current driving licence which may mean you have to use your own transport for "call out" purposes. Travel will be required throughout the University estate as well as in and around the West Midlands.

For further information please contact Maintenance Manager Mr Martyn Harris on 07966849595.

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Flexible Working

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Your Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University’s defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition – £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service – Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts – EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.
• Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing – Wellbeing and Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support – Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers – Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan – Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.
• Valuing You – Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working – Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking – available across campuses.
• Cycle Benefits Scheme – Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Tusker Electric Vehicle Scheme – Electric cars via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts – Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts – Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion – Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access – Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme – Funding for part‑time higher education, up to PhD level.
• Leadership and Management Development – Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.