Electrical Technician

Working across our University estates and reporting to the Electrical Team Supervisor, you will be part of the Electrical Services Technicians team, who are responsible for reactive, planned and preventative maintenance in our residential and academic buildings, doing jobs that meet the needs of the whole University.

We are looking to recruit 1 Electrical Services Technician. This is a full-time vacancy which is 37 hours (typically Monday to Thursday 8am to 4.30pm, and 8am to 4pm on Fridays) with an on-call rota allowance.

 A basic DBS check will be required.

 What will I be doing?

• Reactive, planned and preventative maintenance work on electrical systems
• Fault-finding, testing, and inspection of electrical installations
• Undertaking minor installation and improvement works
• provide guidance, coaching and on the job training to handypersons and other discipline technicians/apprentices when co-working
• Complying with all relevant health and safety legislation and procedures, and reporting any potentially unsafe working methods, installations or equipment to supervision/management as appropriate.

What Skills and qualifications do I need?

• A recognised apprenticeship in electrical services. (NVQ Level 3, AM2, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification).
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations
• Experience in electrical maintenance and installation, ideally within a similar environment
• Good prioritisation and time management skills
• Comfortable at working on your own initiative and at the same time effectively as part of a team
• Full driving licence with the ability to be insured for our vehicles. 

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Stuart Clyne - Electrical Services Manager (sclyne@brookes.ac.uk / 07442 504133) so that arrangements can be made to hold a telephone or video call.

Benefits 

As an Oxford Brookes employee, you will enjoy a total of a minimum of 33 days holiday, rising with your service, including the 8 Bank Holidays plus additional University concessionary Days (approx 5 per year) on top.

We have an extremely competitive Local Government pension scheme with a 19.2% Employer contribution rate, as well as providing all staff with financial education, a comprehensive employee assistance helpline.

Ongoing training will be provided, to keep you up to date with the latest regulation or to teach you new areas of expertise. This is not limited to technical training, there will be real opportunities to develop.

We prioritise the well-being of our employees—both physically and mentally, as well as financially. That's why we provide a diverse and comprehensive benefits package to support our team 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

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