R & M Contracts Officer (Electrical)

Falkirk Council; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Scotland seeks an ambitious R&M Contracts Officer to oversee electrical maintenance services, ensuring quality and compliance with regulations. The successful candidate will have NIC/EIC supervisory experience and City & Guilds qualifications, along with strong knowledge of electrical legislation. Join us to make a genuine impact in public services while furthering your career in a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in a NIC/EIC supervisory role (QS) or equivalent.
• City & Guilds qualifications in SJIB 2391 and 2382-18.
• HNC or equivalent in a building maintenance-related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of electrical legislation, health and safety requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality of electrical maintenance and servicing.
• Identify and advise on remedial actions for service delivery.
• Co-ordinate operations within the Electrical section.
• Support service improvement through collaboration.

Skills

Experience in NIC/EIC supervisory role (QS)

City & Guilds qualifications in SJIB 2391 and 2382-18

Knowledge of electrical legislation

Strong health and safety awareness

Contract management skills

Finance and estimating knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

Education

HNC or equivalent in a building maintenance-related discipline

Job description

Join Falkirk Council – Help Shape the Council of the Future

It’s an exciting, challenging, and rewarding time to be part of Falkirk Council. We are on a transformation journey to become the Council of the Future – one that is responsive, innovative, trusted, and ambitious. To help us get there, we’re looking for motivated and talented individuals to join our team.

The Opportunity – R&M Contracts Officer (Electrical)

We are currently seeking an ambitious and self-motivated individual to join our Electrical Team as an R&M Contracts Officer. In this vital role, you will be responsible for monitoring the quality of maintenance services delivered by both our in-house electrical team and external service providers.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Overseeing and ensuring the quality of electrical maintenance, servicing, and related works meet contract conditions and agreed standards.
• Identifying and advising on any remedial actions needed to improve service delivery.
• Co-ordinating and organising the day-to-day operations and resources within the Electrical section of our Building Maintenance team.
• Supporting the Council’s drive for service improvement through close collaboration with colleagues across multiple departments.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who wants to make a genuine impact on public services. You’ll bring your expertise and enthusiasm to ensure that all electrical maintenance contracts are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with specification and regulation.

You should have:

• Experience in a NIC/EIC supervisory role (QS) or equivalent and be eligible to enter the NIC/EIC Qualified Supervisor scheme.
• City & Guilds qualifications in SJIB 2391 and 2382-18”
• An HNC or equivalent in a building maintenance-related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of electrical legislation, health and safety requirements, contract management, finance, and estimating.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a high level of integrity and a can-do attitude.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to make a difference. At Falkirk Council, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your career while helping shape high-quality services for our communities.