AGL Electrician

Sub Division: Defence

Location: Witney

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours - Variable Shift Pattern

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Purpose of Role

A great opportunity for a Qualified Electrician to join our Defence contract as AGL (Above Ground Level) Electrician working on a busy live Airfield base where you will learn and obtain new qualification and certificates relating to Airfield systems. This is a shift pattern opportunity.

Job Description

An AGL (Above Ground Level) Electrician specializes in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment associated with aviation and air traffic control facilities. Working in an environment that demands precision and adherence to strict safety standards, the AGL Electrician plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliable operation of lighting systems on airport runways, taxiways, and other crucial areas.

Responsibilities

•Install, inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain AGL systems, including runway edge lights, taxiway lights, approach lights, and associated control systems.
•Complete general power and lighting installations, showcasing a commitment to precision and excellence in every task.
•Employ effective fault-finding techniques to promptly address reactive electrical issues.
•Ensure compliance with internal & Client processes and in line with legislation and MOD JSPs.
•Respond promptly to electrical system failures or malfunctions, especially during adverse weather conditions, displaying a proactive approach to minimize disruption to air traffic.
•Maintain accurate records of installation, maintenance, and repair activities reflecting a dedication to transparency and accountability.
•Manage own workload to close out tasks in accordance with Schedule and KPIs.
•Document any changes made to the AGL systems and ensure that records comply with regulatory requirements, keeping records clear and concise.
•Adhere to strict safety protocols and guidelines to minimize the risk of accidents or incidents related to electrical work in the aviation environment.
•Ensure company health, safety and environmental procedures are implemented and complied with at all times.
•A willingness to participate in training to enhance skills and knowledge, ensuring a proactive approach to professional development.

Essential Qualifications/Skills

•A recognized apprenticeship with relevant experience as a fully qualified. electrician and/or an appropriate City and Guilds/NVQ in an Electrical discipline.
•City and Guilds IEE 18th Edition Regulations.
•City and Guilds 2391, 2394 or 2395 Testing and Inspection.
•Experience of electrical testing.
•Installation experience.

In return for your hard work we offer additional training and development, 26 days holiday (+ bank holidays), generous pension contribution, life assurance and much more.

We are VINCI Facilities – experts in the built environment. VINCI Facilities is a Facilities Management and Building Solutions provider, delivering cost-effective and sustainable bespoke solutions to customers in the public and private sectors. We are committed to working towards a lower carbon society, focusing on sustainable and innovative methods to exceed our partners' goals and add value for all stakeholders – and we were named the top-ranked FM service provider in the Sustainable FM Index for 2020. We put our people first. Always working as a team and collaborating from start to finish. We are the trusted expert in the built environment because we listen to our team and create a workplace that maximises their potential.

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at VINCI Facilities is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team. Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

VINCI recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.