Electrical Engineer in Keele

The following job description sets out the duties which the electrical engineer is to provide personally within the Company. The duties included for each job description are not exhaustive and further requirements may be added, flexibility in your job will be required.

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time.

Location & Travel: You are required to travel to and work at various locations within the UK as the Company shall reasonably require for the proper performance of your duties.

On-site Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm (40 hours per week)

Reporting: Responsible to Electrical Supervisor

Recruitment: This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS and employment references.

Summary of Duties:

• Electrical installations within both commercial and domestic properties.
• Planned & Reactive Electrical Service & Maintenance.
• 1 and 3 phase power installations.
• EICR Electrical Testing.
• Energy-saving LED lighting upgrades.

Main Duties:

• Attend service and reactive breakdowns to fault find, diagnose and repair in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Carry out the day-to-day responsive maintenance, service and repairs as instructed.
• Make immediate decisions regarding repair requirements should the original job order not reflect the actual works required and inform the relevant director.
• Inform the customer (with reason) when it is not possible to complete a repair within the first visit and make mutually agreed arrangements to return to complete and inform the relevant director.
• Direct helpers engaged in assembly or installation of air conditioning systems or components.
• Liaise with management and/or client to ensure all works are completed.
• Ensure that all works and repairs are completed safely and in accordance with current codes and practices.
• Abide by all client rules and regulations whilst on site (copy available upon request).
• Ensure when purchasing materials, a ‘best value and cost-effective approach’ is sought.
• Maintain and keep up to date all training required to carry out the role.
• Accurately complete all relevant documentation associated with the duties and ensure the prompt return to the office of all relevant information in relation to the daily tasks.
• Where a Company vehicle is provided, ensure that it is used in accordance with the Company’s current policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all company property, i.e. motor vehicle, uniform, tools etc., are operated safely, kept clean and in good order and tested when required to maintain the safe working of all heating systems.
• Actively take a proactive approach in finding and quoting additional works, should it be required.
• Adhere to the Company policies and procedures, handbook and Health & Safety.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years site experience (industry based) in completing Electrical Installations.
• Electrical experience within both commercial and domestic properties.
• Good knowledge and understanding of BS 7671 - IET Wiring Regulations.
• Excellent knowledge of Electrical services and products.
• Awareness of Health & Safety issues and the need for safe methods of working.
• Have a good eye for detail and highly motivated to succeed.
• Due to travel aspect, this is a mobile position that will involve travelling to multiple sites across the West & East Midlands as well as some wider travel as required.
• Ability to work additional hours over and above contracted hours if and when required, where overtime would be payable.
• Be part of the emergency call out team on a rota basis.
• Promote a positive and professional attitude to all customers and staff.
• Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative as well as within a team.
• Willing to undertake further training/development within the post as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with tenants and other members of the public.
• Full UK (Clean) driving licence.

Qualifications:

• City & Guilds BS7671:2018 Level 3 - Electrical Installations.
• City & Guilds 2391 (2391-52) - Testing and Inspecting (previously 2394/2395).

Review after probationary period. Paid door to door less 30 minutes travel and 1 hour lunch per day. Overtime at time and half. OOH Call out rota – 1 in 6-8 weeks paid £100 standby, attended call out 1st hour £40 additional hrs @ time and half. 23 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays. VITALITY company health scheme. Company Vehicle (commercial) with Fuel Card & M6 Tag. Company Phone. Company expense card. Power tools. Company/corporate clothing, boots allowance and PPE.