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Riverview Recruitment are delighted to partner with The University of Surrey in supporting their recruitment of maintenance professionals. It is among the leading Universities in the UK with around 16,800 students and an annual contribution of £1.7bn to the national economy. Located in the heart of Guildford on the beautiful Stag Hill campus.
The Maintenance Services department have evolved their systems to deliver a modern, efficient and excellent maintenance service for staff, students and visitors in this most dynamic and attractive location.You will be part of a growing maintenance team of engineers, responsible for looking after commercial maintenance requirements within; accommodation, academic services, health centres, laboratories and research centres. There is also a leading sports park with a 50m athletic swimming pool and medical centres.
The grounds, atmosphere and surroundings make this a truly exceptional place to work rewarding all employees with a supportive, rewarding and enjoyable place of work.
Your new role
As the Day Electrical Technician in the Estates Maintenance Team, you will be responsible for completing the inspection programme of planned, preventative maintenance for the control of testing and maintenance, installation and refurbishment of all electrical systems.Also, you will be responsible for completing reactive and emergency response maintenance activities for electrical system faults and failures.
For this role you will install and maintain all types of industrial, commercial and domestic systems as well as reactive maintenance tasks. PAT testing, fixed electrical testing and emergency lighting will also be required.
Hours of work are 36 hours per week, (8am 4.12pm) with a 1-hour lunch break, over a 5-day week (Monday to Friday).
What you'll need to succeed
City & Guilds in Electrical Install/Maintenance or equivalent.
Ideally 18th Edition qualified (if not training will be provided.)
Ideally at least two years practical experience in a similar commercial maintenance role.
Experience of working in a varied environment.
Good timekeeping and attention to detail.
Ideally hold a valid Driving Licence
What you will get in return
£34,000 - £38,000 annual salary
Standby allowance of £100 per week and generous call out rates of 3 hours minimum pay
Highly competitive pension.
30 Days Holiday
Annual salary review
36 hours working week
On site discounted nursery/childcare.
Electric vehicle leasing scheme.
Discounted Surrey sports park membership.
Opportunity to progress to supervisory roles with full support on training.
Onsite parking.
