Mechanical and Electrical Chargehand

Type of Contract: Substantive

Estates and Facilities are looking for a committed Mechanical and Electrical Chargehand to assist the Mechanical and Electrical Team Leader to oversee the direct labour and contractors’ delivery of all mechanical and electrical PPM and reactive maintenance within time and budget constraints.

The postholder will be expected to support the Mechanical and Electrical Team Leader to plan and organize the provision of a comprehensive mechanical and electrical maintenance and repair service within the Directorate of Estates and Facilities. The postholder will assist in the supervision of up to 7 Mechanical Engineers and 9 Electricians and 5 Trades Assistants. The postholder will also be responsible for the planning, organisation and supervision of mechanical and electrical maintenance contractors.

The postholder will be required to demonstrate that they have up to date knowledge and experience in mechanical and electrical systems. They must also be able to demonstrate they can manage direct labour and contractors and demonstrate that they can communicate positively with all Estates and Facilities Staff, contractors, University of Aberdeen Staff and Students.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 6, £38,249 - £45,413 per annum, with placement according to qualifications and experience.

For further information on various staff benefits please visit our Total Rewards Calculator, linked here. Benefits include 41 days annual leave entitlement, automatic enrolment into the pension scheme and a free off-peak or discounted on-peak Aberdeen Sports Village membership.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dean Aitken, Mechanical and Electrical Team Leader, e-mail: deanjohn.aitken@abdn.ac.uk

In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.  For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK.  Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

To apply online for this position click the 'Apply' button above.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 14 November 2025

Estates and Facilities embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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