Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician – Role Purpose

The Electrical Technician supports the Technical Supervisor and/or Area Operations Manager by delivering reactive and planned preventive maintenance on building engineering systems across BT sites, following established procedures and safe working practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain low voltage electrical distribution, lighting systems and connected power equipment, performing assigned preventive maintenance routines.
• Maintain equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures connected to electrical systems as directed.
• Deliver small works projects under the direction of the AFM and in collaboration with the Projects and Construction team.
• Ensure all repairs and installations comply with BS7671 wiring regulations.
• Assist in project hand‑over and snagging of new installations, confirming they are fit for purpose and easy to maintain.
• Undertake fault finding and repair on low voltage AC/DC control systems.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment to meet current regulations.
• Complete risk assessments for both reactive and planned maintenance tasks, ensuring safe working conditions.
• Diagnose faults on equipment and repair using manufacturer manuals and drawings.
• Coordinate with the Customer Service Centre (CSC) and AFM to respond to planned and reactive tasks.
• Maintain and update site log books in accordance with procedures.
• Produce reports for the AFM and manage stock levels of spares.
• Act as the Control of Works Authorised Person (AP) and assist in identifying other relevant APs and Competent Persons (CPs) within the cluster.
• Participate in an emergency call‑out service as required by the out‑of‑hours rota.
• Perform other duties consistent with CBRE service delivery as directed by line management.
• Support operational objectives by planning and prioritising tasks effectively.
• Make decisions within parameters set by line management, using job and specialist experience.
• Escalate issues when required and interact with stakeholders about work deliverables.
• Support the delivery of Health and Safety policy and standards.
• Assist in reducing costs and work within budgets where applicable.
• Organise or oversee small teams of individuals performing similar tasks, addressing performance issues with line management.

Person Specification – Essential Qualifications

• Completed an apprenticeship or equivalent formal training in electrical installation and maintenance with sufficient practical experience to demonstrate electrical competence.
• Hold a City & Guilds Level 3 technical certificate (or equivalent) in an electrical discipline.
• Hold a City & Guilds 2382 Level 3 certificate in BS7671 (18th Edition) or equivalent. (If not held, the qualification must be obtained within 3 months of appointment.)
• Successful completion of CBRE refresher training in Emergency Circuit Breaker & Fuse Theory; Emergency Lighting Testing and Light Fitting Replacement, including Safe Isolation; Water Heater Testing, including Safe Isolation; and Fire Alarm Testing.
• Technical training in electrical installation and maintenance at NVQ3 level or equivalent.

Desirable Additional Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ diploma in Electrical Installation or Maintenance (e.g., City & Guilds 2357).
• Achievement Measurement 2 (AM2).
• JIB skills card.
• City & Guilds Level 3 certificates in inspection, testing and certification of electrical installations.
• Formal training in operation and maintenance of UPS systems and generators.
• PASMA, IPAF, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, Confined space working, Roof Working qualifications.
• City & Guilds 2377 or equivalent – Pat testing.
• HV plant room access training.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits programme.
• Learning & Development: Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal career pathways.
• Paid volunteering days (2 per year).
• Exclusive discounts on gym memberships and restaurant cards.

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