Reports To: Electrical/Mechanical Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

1.  JOB TITLE: Electrician

2. ORGANISATION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Department: Estates

Reports to: Electrical/Mechanical Engineer

Liaises with: Maintenance Co-ordinator

3. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

To undertake the effective and efficient operation of the organisation’s Electrical and Mechanical services carrying out planned, preventative and reactive electrical project, servicing and maintenance works. To maintain service records/maintenance schedules as required.

4.  PRIMARY TASKS:

1.  Carry out the day to day electrical maintenance as highlighted by other departments and through regular checks to a high quality standard and ensuring compliance with industry standards and codes

2.  To proactively contribute to the planning of the ongoing electrical works, and ensure they are carried out to a high quality standard and ensuring compliance with industry standards and codes

3.  Monitor the performance and safety of subcontractors and suppliers involved in the supply of goods and services

4.  Carrying out Risk Assessments for all tasks undertaken

5.  Undertake energy monitoring and promote energy efficiency across all utilities. Support the Go Green Group in promoting energy saving through staff and students.

6.  Monitor the use of fire alarms, emergency lights, intruder alarms, aid call alarms, automatic doors and access systems with a view to advising service contractors

7.  To be familiar with I.T. and telephone systems and liaise with appropriate departments regarding new installations

8.  Carry out new electrical installation works as part of refurbishment projects.

9.  Work with and offer support to electrical apprentices as required.

10.  Willing to travel between all our sites within a 2 hour radius

11.  May on occasion be required to cover ‘on call’ over evenings, weekends and bank holidays

12.  Advise the Maintenance Co-ordinator, Head of Building & Site Services and Director of Estates, Facilities & Sustainability on electrical issues

13.  Undertaking statutory organisational training, ensuring qualifications and are up to date and continuing professional development is undertaken, and relevant legislation is complied with.

14.  Assist with other duties when required by Maintenance Co-ordinator, Head of Building and Site Services or Director of Estates, facilities & Sustainability. Supporting the whole department, Caretakers, Gardens and Maintenance.

Safeguarding

The organisation takes seriously its responsibility for safeguarding and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young adults and children. Therefore we require that all staff share this and act accordingly by applying organisation policy and procedure and attending annual safeguarding training.

Equality & Diversity

Through personal example and clear action demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity ensuring equality of access and treatment in employment and service delivery to all.

Health & Safety

Promote the organisation’s Health and Safety at Work Policy and Procedure and ensure these are implemented effectively within the department.

Electrical Engineer Specification

ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE
Qualifications:
City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical installations.
City and Guilds 2391 inspection and testing
CITB – AM2
BS7671 wiring regs, 17th Edition / First Aid
Working at Height
Asbestos awareness
PASMA & IPAF
Manual Handling
Mechanical qualification
IT Literate
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in domestic and commercial installations / 10 years’ experience in domestic and commercial installations
Knowledge of access control systems, intruder alarms, call aid and fire alarms
Skills & Attributes:
Good verbal communication
Able to problem solve
Excellent interpersonal skills
Customer focus – able to demonstrate a commitment to achieving high levels of customer satisfaction
Personal Attributes:
Flexible approach
Enthusiastic & self-motivated
Responsible and trustworthy
Have an appreciation of working with people with disabilities. / Have an interest and knowledge in sustainable energies and conservation
Other:
Full driving licence

Job Description: Updated May 2017