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Electrician

Coventry Permanent £31,000 - £36,000 per year View Job Description
To deliver essential planned and reactive maintenance, fault‑finding, repairs and minor installations across the University's electrical and mechanical systems. The role ensures all statutory, planned and breakdown work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with agreed KPIs and service standards.
  • Electrician - Estates & Facilities Maintenance
  • £31k-£36k pa + on call bonuses

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established organisation within the not for profit sector, known for its commitment to excellence in facilities management. They provide a supportive work environment and are based Warwickshire

Job Description

  • Respond to maintenance requests and emergencies, resolving issues safely and within SLA targets across systems such as power supplies, lighting, alarms, motors, BMS controls and portable appliances.
  • Carry out planned maintenance, statutory testing and reactive repairs, ensuring compliance with inspection requirements including electrical testing, emergency lighting, fire alarms and PAT.
  • Diagnose faults, assess job feasibility, and determine required resources, escalating to the Electrical Supervisor when needed.
  • Investigate complex or unidentified issues, recommending solutions or identifying when specialist support is required.
  • Support installation, refurbishment and new project work, advising on new equipment and taking a lead role in minor power system installations.
  • Call out 1 in 4

The Successful Applicant

  • Recognised electrical apprenticeship or substantial experience across commercial, industrial and domestic settings.
  • NVQ Level 3 plus relevant City & Guilds qualifications (18th Edition, Inspection & Testing).
  • Strong Health & Safety knowledge (IOSH or equivalent).
  • Proven ability to install, maintain and test electrical systems to BS7671 standards.
  • Solid understanding of statutory electrical compliance.
  • Able to plan and prioritise workload independently and meet SLAs.
  • Experience managing high volumes of reactive maintenance.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose and escalate issues.
  • Good communication, teamwork and customer service skills.
  • Basic IT and record‑keeping ability.
  • Experience with planned preventative maintenance systems.
  • Full, clean UK or EU driving licence.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £31,000 to £36,000 per annum.
  • Permanent role within the not for profit sector.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment in Coventry.
  • Exception pension scheme, holidays and other benefits



If you are an experienced electrician looking for a rewarding role in the not for profit sector, this position in Warwickshire could be the perfect fit for you. Apply today to take the next step in your career

Contact
Alex Frith
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6919140
Phone number
+441159348685

Job summary

Job function
Facilities Management
Subsector
Maintenance
Sector
Property
Location
Coventry
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alex Frith
Consultant phone
+441159348685
Job reference
JN-012026-6919140