Want an electrical role where you can own your patch, see the results of your work and be part of a team that backs you?
We're looking for two Site-Based Electricians to keep two busy university campuses in the Falmouth area safe, compliant and running smoothly. You'll be our electrical presence on site, mostly working independently, with a mix of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs. You'll build good working relationships with the campus facilities team, and you'll have Sherwoods' wider engineering team behind you.
What we offer
A salary of £35,000 – £42,000, depending on experience and qualifications
A regular working pattern: 40 hours, Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm
Enhanced rates for any weekend or out-of-hours work
A site-based role where you get to know the customer and the campus
Training and development opportunities in a supportive, engineer-owned business
About the job
Carrying out PPM and reactive electrical repairs across the campus, right first time and within customer SLAs
Estimating works, including a full scope and materials list, before submitting to the customer
Keeping the customer updated at the start, during and at the end of each job
Recording completed works and follow-ups accurately on our job management system and customer portals
Supporting compliance audits, making sure they're completed on time
Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to order materials and arrange further visits
Working safely, following our health and safety policies and RAMs at all times
Looking after your allocated work vehicle, where applicable
What you’ll need
Essential
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment)
18th Edition and AM2
Experience in a commercial or maintenance environment
Full UK driving licence
GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 (or equivalent)
Strong communication skills, and confidence dealing with people at all levels
A proactive approach to problem solving, with experience of compiling specifications and workflows
Strong technical knowledge and a genuine enjoyment of passing on your experience
Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check
Desirable
City & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations
Project management experience
Good IT skills
IOSH health and safety training
What sort of person you are
You take ownership of your workmanship and stay calm when things get busy. You're flexible, reliable and quality-driven, with excellent timekeeping and attendance. You work well with all kinds of people and share our values: Adaptable, Committed, Honest and Fun.
About Sherwoods
Sherwoods is a regional leader in facilities maintenance, delivering electrical, gas, plumbing and building fabric services across the South West. We're owned and run by engineers, so we understand the job, and we value you for who you are and the attributes you bring.
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Salary
(Apply online only) GBP (yearly)
Salary description
£35000.00 - £42000.00 per year