Shift Electrician

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Shift Electrician to join their in-house maintenance team in Edinburgh. This role offers a dynamic work environment with a diverse schedule, ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems on a prestigious site. As a vital team member, you will perform both planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs, collaborating closely with supervisors and subcontractors. The position comes with a competitive salary package, including shift allowances and generous annual leave, along with additional benefits that support your professional development and well-being. If you are passionate about electrical maintenance and looking to advance your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Life Cover (1x annual salary)

Employee discount schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Access to professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical maintenance and repair in commercial environments.
• Completion of a recognized electrical apprenticeship is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship

18th Edition Certification

Tools

Basic Disclosure Scotland Certificate

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Shift Electrician - Edinburgh - Salary up to £42,000 DOE

BW is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Shift Electrician to join an in-house maintenance team, based at a large, prestigious static site in Edinburgh. This role offers a diverse schedule, rotating between days, back shifts, and nights, with generous time off in between.

As a key member of the team, you will work in a challenging yet rewarding environment, ensuring the smooth operation of electrical systems and contributing to the overall maintenance of the site. If you're a motivated individual with a passion for electrical maintenance and problem-solving, this is the perfect role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on all electrical systems and assets across the site.
• Diagnose faults, source parts, and complete repairs efficiently and effectively.
• Support backlog maintenance tasks and assist with specialist projects where required.
• Ensure the safe and continuous operation of all mechanical and electrical engineering services and building plant.
• Collaborate with the Electrical Supervisor, subcontractors, and the wider M&E team to deliver maintenance services to the highest standards.
• Perform other M&E-related tasks as required to support the overall maintenance team.

Person Specification

• Completion of a recognised electrical apprenticeship with proven experience in a similar role.
• Holds a valid JIB card and 18th Edition certification.
• Competent in maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting building service systems and equipment.
• Familiarity with the type of electrical systems found in large commercial environments.
• Technical knowledge and experience to work safely and effectively without presenting danger to yourself or others.
• Basic first aid and CPR training (or willingness to complete training upon hire).
• Desirable but not essential: Knowledge of Scottish Health Technical Memoranda (SHTM) and experience working within Permit to Work procedures (e.g., SHTM 06-01, BSRIA, L8, Pressure Systems Regulations 2000).
• Must be able to obtain a Basic Disclosure Scotland Certificate.

Salary & Benefits

• Base Salary: Up to £35,000, plus an £886 monthly shift allowance (equating to over £42,000 per year).
• Annual Leave: 24 days plus public holidays.
• Additional Benefits:
  • Life Cover (1x annual salary).
  • Employee discount schemes with major retailers.
  • Gym membership discounts.
  • Cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Holiday purchase scheme.
  • Two corporate social responsibility days per year.
  • Access to professional qualifications, training, and personalized development programs.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced electrician to join a leading FM service provider and work on a dynamic, large-scale site in Edinburgh. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!