Overview
We are currently recruiting for an Electrician on behalf of a bespoke electrical and mechanical engineering company who manage the complete mechanical engineering process including design, manufacture and commissioning. They mainly work within Water Utilities.
Operating over 35 years, they are a family owned organisation who have gained a reputable name within the industry for their high-quality work and excellent customer service.
They have a client base which boasts some of the biggest names in the engineering sector. Mainly working within the Waste Water and Clean Water industries they provide a range of services including surveying through to design, fabrication, installation and implementation.
As the Electrician you will be working on a range of equipment including pumps, motors, control panels, lights etc. This role will require the ability to effectively liaise with internal staff (both senior and junior) and external clients / contractors in a polite, professional and courteous manner, providing electrical / controls technical support requirements for multiple projects company wide.
This is a permanent position based out of Reading, Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4pm. Perks include Van & Fuel Card, private use of van, door to door travel, overtime, pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, training & development etc.
Starting rate is £20ph but with 2391 (test and inspect) we will do £22ph+ and with a level 4 qualification or good control experience we will do £24-25ph.
Responsibilities
* Carry out electrical installation work to BS7671.
* Carry out installation, service and repair to variety of low voltage electrical control systems.
* Carry out installation and commissioning of a variety of instrumentation systems, including pressure, levels, temperature and flow.
* From time to time they may be asked to take charge of a working party and be responsible for lesser skilled employees, therefore they should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of Health & Safety issues and leadership skills.
* Be capable of carrying out test and inspection of electrical installation and providing satisfactory documentation as required by the Company’s nominated certificating body (NICEIC, ECA etc.)
* Provide written technical reports and other documentation as required by senior engineering professionals.
* All Electricians should be PC literate and be able to demonstrate a basic background in IT skills.
Skills & Attributes
* Water industry experience (preferred)
* 18th Edition Qualified or other relevant electrical qualification.
* ECS Gold Card.
* Ability to fault find, diagnose and resolve technical issues.
* Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
* Good customer service skills.
* Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
* An excellent understanding of Health and Safety.
* Full UK Driving Licence.
Note:- Apex Resourcing Solutions are acting as an Employment Agency