Maintenance Electrician

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally-minded institution with a relentless focus on delivering quality teaching and learning, and a campus-wide focus on providing a sector-leading student experience.

A culturally rich university with a palpable commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive. The university is a vibrant, multicultural hub of learning, creativity and innovation that never surrenders to convention. Our success is built on a fantastic student experience coupled with award-winning teaching and world-class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes employers demand.

Faculty / Directorate

The Estates & Facilities Directorate is large and diverse, employing circa 300 people, ranging from plumbers, electricians, carpenters, cleaners, porters, leisure centre assistants, to property management professionals, architects, project officers, CAD, space management, sustainability and energy and administrative personnel.

Role

Join our dynamic Estates and Facilities Maintenance team as we seek an Electrician. Under the guidance of our esteemed Building Services Supervisor, you'll engage in daily reactive maintenance and repair tasks across our vibrant university campus. Your expertise will extend to installations, ensuring services align with our service level agreement targets between the department and the University faculties.

The role is on a full time (37 hours per week), permanent basis.

Ideal Candidate

Experience of working in a similar environment would be desirable and you must hold a C&G Electrical qualification; have experience of Electrical trade work on a wide range of building services and equipment; knowledge of Health and Safety legislative compliance requirements related to the role along with experience in the use of Microsoft packages:Word, Excel and Outlook. A level 3 qualification in Electrical Inspection or approved equivalent would be desirable. Whilst being proactive in your approach you will be a self-motivated individual with the ability work both independently and as part of a team attending work outside of normal hours when necessary.