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Electrician

Calibre
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Colchester, Essex CO1 1AA, England

Salary

£40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for an Electrician in Colchester, supporting the Ministry of Defence with electrical maintenance in a secure environment.
  • The role requires proven experience in electrical maintenance, with a competitive salary of approximately £40,000 depending on experience.
  • Candidates should possess relevant technical qualifications, including City & Guilds 2365 and 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations.
  • The job involves planned maintenance, fault-finding, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, with a mobile role requiring a driving license.
  • This permanent position offers additional benefits such as a company van, overtime, 25 days of holiday, and opportunities for ongoing development.

Job Title: Electrician - MOD
Location: Colchester
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, plus company van, overtime, pension etc
Working Hours: 40 hours per week


The Role
Are you an experienced Electrician with a passion for ensuring safety and compliance in a critical environment? Join the team, supporting the Ministry of Defence (MoD) with electrical maintenance in a secure, forces-based setting.
As part of this vital work, you will help maintain electrical systems that ensure the safety and efficiency of all camp facilities. This is a mobile role so a driving licence is essential.
Key Responsibilities

  • Perform planned and preventative electrical maintenance to ensure systems are fully operational.
  • Diagnose and replace failed electrical components.
  • Respond to electrical breakdowns and complete repairs in compliance with safety regulations.
  • Actively engage in fault-finding and problem-solving across electrical systems.
  • Install electrical systems in accordance with the provided design and IET Wiring Regulations.
  • Monitor and order critical spares to ensure system continuity.
  • Support local and business zero carbon initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards across all work activities.

This is a unique opportunity to work within a secure environment, helping maintain essential infrastructure for the Ministry of Defence. Security Clearance, including a Counter Terrorism Check, will be required (the company will assist you through this process).
What You'll Bring to the Role

  • Technical qualification such as City & Guilds 2365 (Parts 1-3), NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent in Electrical Installation.
  • 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671) - If you hold the 17th Edition, we will sponsor your upgrade to the 18th Edition.
  • Proven experience in electrical maintenance, including general distribution, installation, and testing.
  • Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations.
  • Ability to work independently, using initiative to resolve issues.
  • Capable of working at heights and in confined spaces.For the right candidate a fantastic salary / benefits package is on offer consisting of the following:


Basic Salary - Circa £40,000 dependent upon experience
Overtime
Company Van - can be used for private use
On-going development and training
25 Days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension
This is a great opportunity for long-term employment and progression with a business that will invest in your development and career growth.

Electrician - Colchester
Electrician - Colchester
Electrician

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

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