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:

130946210

Posted On:

15 August 2024

Day Electrical Engineer Opportunity at Prestigious University Site

Our client is seeking a Day Electrical Engineer for a prestigious university site, providing an excellent opportunity for valuable experience and career progression. We are looking for a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Engineer who can operate independently within the electrician trade and collaborate with General Maintenance Assistants as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

– Deliver comprehensive repair and maintenance services for systems, plant, and equipment across all university buildings.
– Work on a rotational schedule, with possible shifts between 6 am – 7 pm, Monday to Friday.
– Execute tasks safely and effectively, following safety legislation, manufacturers’ manuals, and KUSCO Health & Safety Procedures.
– Conduct diagnostic and fault-finding tasks.
– Maintain and update asset registers.
– Perform statutory, mandatory, planned preventative, and reactive maintenance.
– Accurately interpret instructions, drawings, and specifications.
– Assist in setting out new work, identifying materials for ordering, and collecting relevant tools and equipment.
– Undertake a wide range of duties, including those outside the primary trade area.
– Utilize hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and equipment within safety guidelines.
– Plan and execute maintenance work on systems, plant, equipment, and buildings, ensuring satisfactory operation upon completion.
– Conduct inspections for pre-installations and investigate services required for new equipment and minor installation improvement works.
– Conduct site-based surveys and report defects to the appropriate manager.
– Prepare plant and equipment for independent insurance inspection for compliance with statutory regulations.
– Acquire skills in other trades and perform various tasks with suitable training.
– Oversee the work of service contractors occasionally.
– Liaise with the Asset Manager regarding plant, equipment, and building fabric failures, requesting the supply of goods and services as needed.
– Work in hazardous areas, confined spaces, and on contaminated equipment using appropriate protective equipment and safety measures.
– Instruct others on aspects of the work.
– Complete daily individual administration tasks, including the timely completion of works/job dockets/tickets and logbooks.
– Utilize relevant software systems, including PDAs, CAFM system, BMS, work permit system, and ordering system with proper training.
– Assist with emergency work when requested, including outside normal working hours.
– Support the induction and training of new starters, apprentices, and maintenance staff as part of a personal development program.
– Use equipment such as ladders and scaffolding as required.

Qualifications:

– Completed an apprenticeship in Electrical or obtained an equivalent NVQ/C&G Level 3.
– Knowledge of Emergency Lighting Fundamentals and Maintenance.
– 17th Edition qualification with a willingness to undertake the 18th Edition.
– Basic knowledge of Health and Safety issues related to the Construction Industry.

Skills:

– Sound knowledge of building maintenance and electrical systems.
– Ability to record detailed and accurate repair information.
– Proficient in using mobile electronic equipment (handhelds).

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on this exciting role, we encourage you . Join us in maintaining excellence at a renowned university site and advancing your career in the maintenance sector.

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