Electrical Day Engineer

Location:

Kent, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£4000 per annum Benefits: Career Progression + Training + Benefits + Pensiion + 25 Days Holiday

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Engineering Jobs

Advertiser:

PRS

Job ID:

132443327

Posted On:

16 November 2025

Day Electrical Engineer – Prestigious University Site Location: Prestigious University Site

Hours: Monday to Friday, rotational shifts between 6 am – 7 pm

Role Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role: Our client is seeking a Day Electrical Engineer to join their team at a prestigious university site. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career progression and valuable experience within a high-profile environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive services while collaborating with General Maintenance Assistants as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

– Maintenance & Repairs: Deliver comprehensive repair and maintenance services for systems, plant, and equipment across all university buildings.
– Shift Work: Operate on a rotational schedule, with potential shifts between 6 am – 7 pm, Monday to Friday.
– Safety & Compliance: Execute tasks safely and effectively, adhering to safety legislation, manufacturer manuals, and company Health & Safety Procedures.
– Fault Finding: Conduct diagnostic and fault-finding tasks to ensure system reliability.
– Asset Management: Maintain and update asset registers accurately.
– PPM & Reactive Maintenance: Perform statutory, mandatory, planned preventative, and reactive maintenance duties.
– Interpretation & Execution: Accurately interpret instructions, drawings, and specifications.
– New Installations: Assist in setting out new work, identifying required materials, and collecting relevant tools and equipment.
– Versatility: Undertake a range of duties, including tasks outside the primary trade area.
– Tool & Equipment Use: Utilize hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and equipment safely and effectively.
– Pre-Installation Inspections: Conduct pre-installation inspections and assess services required for new equipment and minor installation improvements.
– Defect Reporting: Conduct site-based surveys and report defects to the appropriate manager.
– Insurance Inspections: Prepare plant and equipment for independent insurance inspections to ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
– Multi-Trade Skills: Gain skills in other trades through suitable training and perform various maintenance tasks.
– Contractor Oversight: Occasionally oversee the work of service contractors.
– Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with the Asset Manager regarding plant, equipment, and building fabric failures, and request necessary goods and services.
– Hazardous Work: Work safely in hazardous areas, confined spaces, and on contaminated equipment using appropriate PPE.
– Team Support: Instruct and support colleagues in specific work aspects.
– Administration: Complete daily individual admin tasks, including timely completion of work dockets, tickets, and logbooks.
– Software & Systems: Use relevant software systems, including PDAs, CAFM systems, BMS, work permits, and ordering systems with proper training.
– Emergency Support: Assist with emergency work outside of normal working hours when required.
– Training & Development: Support the induction and training of new starters, apprentices, and maintenance staff as part of a personal development program.
– Equipment Handling: Use ladders, scaffolding, and other necessary equipment safely.

Qualifications:

– Electrical Apprenticeship: Completed apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent NVQ/C&G Level 3 qualification.
– Emergency Lighting: Knowledge of emergency lighting fundamentals and maintenance.
– Electrical Certification: 17th Edition qualification, with a willingness to undertake the 18th Edition.
– Health & Safety: Basic knowledge of Health and Safety regulations related to the construction industry.

Skills & Attributes:

– Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of building maintenance and electrical systems.
– Attention to Detail: Ability to record detailed and accurate repair information.
– IT Proficiency: Skilled in using mobile electronic devices (handhelds) for work management

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