Electrician in Reading

Your new company Our client is a large, well-established organisation operating across a diverse and complex estate spanning multiple sites. With a strong focus on safety, reliability and customer service, the Estates function plays a critical role in ensuring buildings and infrastructure support day to day operations with minimal disruption. The organisation is committed to continuous improvement, sustainability and investing in its people. Your new role As a Senior Maintenance Electrician, you will join a busy Reactive Maintenance team responsible for delivering a professional, customer‑focused electrical maintenance service across a multi‑building estate. Reporting to the Reactive Maintenance Manager, you will carry out a combination of reactive, planned preventative and emergency electrical works, ensuring all activities are completed safely and in line with statutory requirements. Your responsibilities will include maintaining and fault‑finding on power and lighting systems, fire alarms and emergency lighting, supporting temporary installations for events, and assisting with electrical testing and inspection. You will also act as a technical point of reference during incidents and emergencies, support apprentices and electrical improvers, and contribute to identifying improvements in plant performance, energy efficiency and system reliability. The role includes participation in an electrical on‑call rota and occasional travel between sites. What you'll need to succeed A recognised time‑served electrical apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Installation or Maintenance AM2 Practical Assessment and 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) Strong experience in electrical maintenance, testing, inspection and fault‑finding A good working knowledge of electrical safety, isolation procedures and legislation The ability to manage your own workload and prioritise effectively under pressure Strong communication skills and a professional, customer‑facing approach Confidence using tablets or CAFM systems to record work and documentation A full UK driving licence and flexibility to take part in the on‑call rotaExperience working in a large or complex estate environment, along with additional testing and inspection qualifications (e.g. 2391), would be advantageous. What you'll get in return A permanent, full‑time position working 36 hours per week A competitive salary with overtime and standby payments for on‑call duties A generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Ongoing training and professional development opportunities The opportunity to work in a varied role within a supportive, experienced team Long‑term stability within a well‑resourced and forward‑thinking organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Alternatively, please contact me on / (phone number removed) If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)