Electrician in Havant

As a member of our multi-skilled and mobile site team, you will be responsible for the on-site installation, testing and sign-off of our projects. You will be enthusiastic and keen to solve problems and assist in the delivery of our projects in a manner that exceeds our customers’ expectations and ensures that our work adheres to the Company’s management systems including all occupational health and safety (OH&S), environmental and quality policies and requirements.

Your role includes:

• Carrying out electrical installation and refurbishment works on existing water company sites in accordance with the project requirements and programme.
• Working on client sites across the region, which may require working away from home and staying overnight during the week subject to the project location.
• Undertaking paid overtime as required.
• Working outside and on sites that convey sewage as well as drinking water while complying with necessary hygiene standards.
• Assisting the project team to specify job requirements and the parts/equipment/materials needed for the job.
• Compiling survey reports for quotation purposes.
• Working in the company workshops as required to build and repair electrical systems and equipment.
• Reading, understanding and following risk assessments and method statements.
• Inspecting, surveying, identifying faults, carrying out works and testing electrical systems.
• Completing required paperwork for each project and compiling reports to demonstrate installation and testing work has been carried out successfully, accurately and timely.
• Utilising design drawings, wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s installation manuals to complete assigned projects.
• Troubleshooting when issues arise and following the correct procedure to identify solutions and ensure they are implemented effectively.
• Complying with BS7671 requirements as well as company and client specific standards.
• Being accountable for your own health and safety and that of others under your control.
• Working as part of a team and cooperating with other staff/trades.
• Ensuring the quality of your work on site is completed right first time and to Company standards.
• Observing and complying with all good working practices.
• Being capable of working at heights and in confined spaces in industrial environments.

Qualifications and skills required:

• 2+ years’ related experience post qualification in electrical installation and testing, preferably in the UK water sector.
• Fully qualified electrician (NVQ level 3 or equivalent) (essential).
• 17th / 18th Edition (essential).
• City & Guilds 2391 Test and Inspection (advantageous).
• Control and automation experience (advantageous).
• Jib Gold card.
• Valid UK driving licence (essential).
• Confined spaces training (preferable).
• ECS Gold card or ability to easily obtain one.
• EUSR clean water card (preferable).
• Emergency first aid or First Aider (preferable).
• Able to work well in a team and give as well as take instruction.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Excellent health and safety knowledge and application.
• Willingness to learn and undertake training as required.
• Positive “can do” attitude with flexible approach to work and ability to work on own initiative.

Working Conditions:

Based at treatment works, pumping stations, or regional sites. Includes site visits, climbing ladders, confined space areas (with training). Participation in standby/rota call-out system may be required. Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Salary and benefits:

Salary subject to experience and training. Company van. Medicash plan. Life insurance. Company pension. 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays).

Equal opportunities:

At AFECO, we are committed to equal opportunities for all and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex, disability or age.