Maintenance & Approved Electrician
Permanent | Full-Time
Guildford Area (Multi-Site)
Optima is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, award-winning electrical services provider operating across electrical & mechanical services, energy efficiency, sustainability, facilities management, and life safety systems.
Due to continued growth, our client is seeking Maintenance and Approved Electricians on a permanent, full-time basis to work predominantly across three long-term maintenance sites in the Guildford area.
The Role
This is a varied position covering both planned and reactive electrical maintenance within a defined local patch. You’ll be responsible for supporting multiple sites, with all works managed via a mobile app and full backing from an experienced team of Project Managers and central support staff.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain and repair electrical systems in line with current IET Wiring Regulations
* Support both minor and major electrical maintenance works
* Ensure all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety standards
* Carry out risk assessments and follow safe systems of work
* Liaise professionally with on-site facilities teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
* Accurately complete job documentation using mobile and paper-based systems
Skills & Experience Required
* City & Guilds 2330 Level 2 & 3 (or equivalent)
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* ECS Gold Card
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Clean DBS record
* Good IT and mobile device competency
* Inspection & Testing (C&G 2391 or 2395) desirable but not essential
The Ideal Candidate
* Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive approach
* Confident communicator with a professional manner
* Comfortable using mobile technology and digital systems
* Experience working within commercial and/or educational environments (desirable)
* Quality-focused with a strong understanding of compliance and best practice
What’s on Offer
* Salary: £35,000 – £46,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
* Holiday: 28–33 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
* Overtime: Excellent overtime opportunities available
* Company vehicle & fuel card
* Mobile phone
* PPE and uniform provided
* Pension scheme
* Death in service cover
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Long-term stability with a forward-thinking and growing employer