Estates & Facilities

Location:  Highfield Campus
Salary:   £25,217 to £30,046 per annum
Full Time Permanent
Closing Date:  Thursday 08 July 2021
Interview Date:   To be confirmed
Reference:  1389921TD

The University of Southampton is a research-intensive university and a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group. Our successes are acknowledged in international and UK league table rankings and with prestigious awards. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Electrical Operations Team for a qualified Electrician to join our established team to carry out the delivery of Statutory or Mandatory planned maintenance work and reactive maintenance work on the electrical infrastructure across the University estate.

You will be based at the Highfield Campus and expected to travel to other sites the University operate.

The successful applicant will have relevant and suitable experience following completion of a recognised apprenticeship and have gained City and Guilds 236 Part 1 and Part 2 Certificates, or equivalent. Additionally certification for and up to date knowledge of BS7671 – Electrical Wiring Regulations is required. Suitable candidates would also hold a C&G2391 certificate for fixed installation testing and be computer literate. Experience of UPS, Generators or PV systems would also be useful.

Participation in a call out rota outside of normal working hours will be required, for which an additional supplement will be paid.

Why Work For Us

To reward your hard work and commitment we offer a competitive salary and both core and flexible benefits. These include:

• Generous annual leave, including University closure days plus bank holidays
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• Exposure to a variety of sectors, disciplines, opportunities and clients
• Friendly and dynamic team working environment
• Benefits (including. Dental Scheme and staff discount scheme)

If you would like an informal discussion about this position please email Mr Yarian Slevin on y.slevin@soton.ac.uk

Application Procedure 

You should submit your completed online application form at https://jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Kate Pounds (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 5456 or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk  Please quote reference 1389921TD on all correspondence.