At Bridges we are more than Engineers.
We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.
As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.
Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.
Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.
Role Purpose
This role will involve working as a team of electricians working on a number of industrial and water industry programmes of work. Work will be completed in and around the South West London and Surrey / surrounding regions for SES Water.
The Role
Permanent role, contracted to 40hrs per week on site hours, Monday to Friday. Paid hourly, with overtime paid.
You will be paid your travel time door to door, on top of your contracted and overtime hours.
* To be responsible for completing electrical installations in accordance with BS7671 and Bridges Electrical Safety Rules and Essential Standards
* Ensure that all Health and Safety legislation and regulations are adhered to
* Ensure that all items are installed to the highest standards, in compliance with the project's quality plan and inspection and test plans
* To follow and actively promote the STAR dynamic risk assessment and to be empowered to stop work should unsafe circumstances arise
* To coach and mentor Electrical Improvers and Apprentices
* Promote and demonstrate the Bridges' values when dealing with peers, staff, customers and clients
* Promote positive health and wellbeing amongst their peers
* To act in a professional manner and be an ambassador for Bridges, supporting the business goals and maintaining the company's positive reputation
Requirements
* ECS gold card (essential)
* Experience within water / construction industry
* Industrial and/or panel wiring experience (desirable)
* Able to manage own and others workload with minimal assistance from Project Managers in delivering safe profitable projects
* Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification
* Fitness to work medical
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable
* EUSR Water Hygiene
* Inspection and testing certificate
* PASMA / IPAF / Confined space
* COMPEX
Benefits
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES
RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.
We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.
We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.
Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:
* Competitive salaries
* Health cash plan with Healthshield
* Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Bike 2 Work scheme
* Training and development opportunities
* Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
* Employee recognition schemes
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
When you join us, you'll be part of our exciting journey.
Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we'll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in 'team bridges' and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Come and be part of our team
Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.