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Job Description

Job Opportunity: Maintenance Electrician Location: Oxford Reports to: Head of Maintenance

Our client is looking to appoint a Maintenance Electrician/Assistant to join a small, dedicated maintenance team in Oxford. This is a great opportunity for a skilled professional with a solid electrical background. The role involves day-to-day maintenance of utilities, plant, machinery, and equipment, with a strong focus on electrical tasks, while also supporting general maintenance as needed.

Key Responsibilities Respond quickly to maintenance issues and breakdowns as they arise

Conduct routine checks of plant, infrastructure, and fabric; monitor and make changes to the College's Building Management System (BMS) as necessary

Identify and collect materials required for maintenance tasks

Safely store and use chemicals in accordance with COSHH guidelines and hazard data sheets

Participate in water monitoring regimes, including legionella inspections and reporting

Maintain accurate maintenance records using digital tools such as PDAs or tablets

Perform electrical fault-finding and carry out necessary repairs, ensuring all statutory documentation is completed

Conduct testing and inspections as part of the College's planned preventative maintenance schedule

Undertake ongoing training and attend refresher courses to stay current with requirements

Assist with general building maintenance including basic repairs (e.g., lighting, locks, minor carpentry)

Proactively report future maintenance needs to the Maintenance Manager or Supervisor

Support colleagues with day-to-day maintenance and small refurbishment works

Record and keep updated any changes to electrical installations in College documentation and Health & Safety files

Ensure electrical works are certified and comply with current standards

Maintain tools and test equipment in good working order; report damage or calibration issues

Follow the College's Health & Safety policies at all times and report any potential hazards

Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and maintain a safe working environment

Assist with keeping the workshop clean, organised, and compliant with regulations

Carry a College radio during working hours and communicate as needed to ensure smooth operations

Be flexible and open to taking on new duties or training as needed

Participate in the out-of-hours call-out rota (after appropriate training and review)

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

Proven experience delivering multi-trade repair, planned maintenance, and small projects

Previous experience working within a small maintenance team

Strong electrical repair and maintenance background

City & Guilds or NVQ (including AM2) in electrical maintenance/installation

18th Edition wiring regulations certification

PAT testing experience using Seward or similar testers

Previous participation in an on-call rota

Resides within 30-45 minutes of Oxford

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