Overview

We are currently recruiting for an Electrician on behalf of a bespoke electrical and mechanical engineering company who manage the complete mechanical engineering process including design, manufacture and commissioning. They mainly work within Water Utilities.

Operating over 35 years, they are a family owned organisation who have gained a reputable name within the industry for their high-quality work and excellent customer service.

They have a client base which boasts some of the biggest names in the engineering sector. Mainly working within the Waste Water and Clean Water industries they provide a range of services including surveying through to design, fabrication, installation and implementation.

As the Electrician you will be working on a range of equipment including pumps, motors, control panels, lights etc. This role will require the ability to effectively liaise with internal staff (both senior and junior) and external clients / contractors in a polite, professional and courteous manner, providing electrical / controls technical support requirements for multiple projects company wide.

This is a permanent position based out of Reading, Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4pm. Perks include Van & Fuel Card, private use of van, door to door travel, overtime, pension, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, training & development etc.

Starting rate is £20ph but with 2391 (test and inspect) we will do £22ph+ and with a level 4 qualification or good control experience we will do £24-25ph.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation work to BS7671.
• Carry out installation, service and repair to variety of low voltage electrical control systems.
• Carry out installation and commissioning of a variety of instrumentation systems, including pressure, levels, temperature and flow.
• From time to time they may be asked to take charge of a working party and be responsible for lesser skilled employees, therefore they should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of Health & Safety issues and leadership skills.
• Be capable of carrying out test and inspection of electrical installation and providing satisfactory documentation as required by the Company’s nominated certificating body (NICEIC, ECA etc.)
• Provide written technical reports and other documentation as required by senior engineering professionals.
• All Electricians should be PC literate and be able to demonstrate a basic background in IT skills.

Skills & Attributes

• Water industry experience (preferred)
• 18th Edition Qualified or other relevant electrical qualification.
• ECS Gold Card.
• Ability to fault find, diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
• Good customer service skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• An excellent understanding of Health and Safety.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Note:- Apex Resourcing Solutions are acting as an Employment Agency