Maintenance Operative - Electrician

University of South Hampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in Southampton seeks a Maintenance Electrician to ensure the safety and efficiency of electrical systems across campuses. You will perform routine maintenance, repairs, and installations, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a qualification in Electrical Engineering and proven experience in maintenance roles. The position offers a salary between £35,707 and £40,692, with generous benefits including flexible working options.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Company pension scheme

Discounted private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a maintenance electrician in a commercial or public sector environment.
• Familiarity with testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance and inspections on electrical systems.
• Diagnose electrical faults to ensure minimal disruption.
• Respond to emergency electrical issues, including out-of-hours support.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Testing and diagnostic equipment

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Electrician to join our team and support the electrical infrastructure across our academic campuses to ensure a safe and efficient environment for students, staff, and visitors. This role will be 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday.

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Electrician, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems across the university campus. You will ensure that all electrical systems operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on electrical systems, including lighting, power distribution, and control systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults to ensure minimal disruption to campus operations.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and regulations
• Carry out minor works electrical installations or upgrades as part of campus development projects.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
• Respond promptly to emergency electrical issues, including out-of-hours support as needed.
• Support energy efficiency initiatives by maintaining and optimising electrical systems.
• Uphold high standards of health and safety, adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Recognised qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related field (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing qualification or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a maintenance electrician, preferably in a commercial or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and safety standards
• Familiarity with testing and diagnostic equipment
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with colleagues and contractors.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of building management systems (BMS) and energy-efficient technologies.
• Experience with emergency lighting or fire alarm systems.

Full UK driving license is essential. Participation in an out of hours call out rota is required.

What we can offer you:

We offer some fantastic benefits including generous annual leave (plus University closure days and bank holidays), company pension scheme, discounted private healthcare and dental, company sick pay, cycle to work scheme, learning and development opportunities, options for flexible working, excellent family leave arrangements, employee wellbeing service, a wide variety of on and off-campus arts and culture facilities and access to a range of staff discounts and offers at local shops, restaurants and service providers.

Inclusivity:

The University of Southampton is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a diverse environment. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications that will continue to strengthen the diversity of our governing body. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion and are immensely proud to have been awarded an institutional Athena SWAN silver award, which underpins our pledge to improve equality for women. We are also delighted to have received the Race Equality Charter bronze award from Advance HE, which recognises that we have a solid foundation for eliminating racial inequalities and developing an inclusive culture that values all staff and students. We work with our people to ensure their ideas are always heard, and we invite you to share your background and life experiences with us to help us create a truly unique working environment

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.

Section Estates & Facilities Location: Highfield Campus Salary £35,707 to £40,692per annum Full Time (40 hours per week), Permanent Closing Date: Monday 27 October 2025 Interview Date To be confirmed Reference 3221725TD

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