Electrical Engineer

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 8am until 5pm. (Additional payment for on call, working 1 week in 5)

To be responsible for the efficient maintenance and repair of all HVAC, HV, L8, Mechanical and Electrical systems and associated equipment on site in line with current legislation. Play a key role, working with the Maintenance team, in the effective planning and completion of all assigned works.

The role requires a multi discipline approach, as there will be a requirement to work at heights on occasion, working within a commercial and public setting. 

The position will involve working in a guest focused environment and will require good people skills and the ability to work on a wide range of M&E PPM tasks in accordance to SFG20 and relevant standards, with tasks including but not limited to:

• An understanding of the on-site building management system, and other control systems/panels
• HVAC maintenance and support
• Chillers – wet and dry systems
• Fault Finding of electrical faults. RCD and distribution board inspections
• Ability to delivery EICR testing and/or remedial works
• Sprinkler Systems (Recording of testing)
• Single phase and three phase motors
• Emergency lighting (Recording of testing)
• Lead our safety programmes of work and support business isolation tests
•  Carry out basic "first response" janitor duties such as unblocking toilets, mopping up spillages when required.
• Work with the wider M&E team to ensure all PPM scheduled tasks are carried out to programme and notify your line manager immediately if any PPM deadlines are missed.
• Weekly testing of alarm and security systems, ensuring adherence of Fire and Health & Safety legislation, including firefighting equipment.
• Carry out all necessary minor plumbing.
• Liaise with the helpdesk to ensure that tasks raised are completed within a timely fashion.
• Be available to attend planned events out of normal hours when required.
• Ensure all documentation is maintained to a fully auditable standard required by the client & third-party accreditation standards.
• To be proactive in the maintenance of the site & equipment establishing sound maintenance practices and providing solutions to all reactive issues.
• Support your operational lead with contractor compliance.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction are achieved and maintain regular contact with the key stakeholders.

Requirements:

• IPAF Certificated for 3a & 3b machines (Desirable)
• Experience working on commercial, industrial and residential wiring systems

• LV authorized/approved person for the contract

• Legionella Awareness/Water hygiene competence

• Relevant qualifications pertinent to their engineering discipline, e.g. Full Electrical apprenticeship, or relevant City & Guilds qualifications

• Must be time served electrical tradesman or by recognized equivalent certification by a recognized body.

• IOSH Managing safely or similar health and safety course

• Knowledge of the Permit to Work system & experience issuing PTW

• Proficient level of IT skills

• Ability to effectively work under pressure

• Ability to diagnose faults and recommend appropriate solutions

• Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing

• Knowledge of Integrated CAFM systems and handheld PDA's.

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

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