Electrician - Portsmouth - £35k PA
Amour Recruitment are proud to be recruiting for an experienced Electrician to join there multi-skilled and mobile site team, you will be responsible for the on-site installation, testing and sign off of our projects. The perfect candidate will be enthusiastic and keen to solve problems and assist in the delivery of our projects in a manner that exceeds our customers’ expectations and are offering the opportunity to work on a range of project types and size in the water sector.
Your role
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Carry out electrical installation and refurbishment works on existing water company sites in accordance with the project requirements and programme.
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Work on client sites across the region – you will be required to work away from home and stay overnight during the week.
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You may be required to undertake paid overtime as required, particularly when working away.
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Work outside and on sites that convey sewage as well as drinking water and comply with the necessary hygiene standards.
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Work on multiple projects simultaneously if required.
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Specify job requirements and the parts / equipment / materials needed as well as compile survey reports for quotation purposes.
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Work in the company workshops as required.
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Read, understand and follow risk assessments and method statements.
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Inspect, survey, identify faults, carry out works and test electrical systems.
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Complete required paperwork for each project and compile reports to demonstrate installation and testing work has been carried out successfully accurately and timely.
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Utilise design drawings, wiring diagrams and manufacturer’s installation manuals to complete assigned projects.
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Compliance with BS7671 requirements as well as company and client specific standards.
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To be accountable to yourself and your co-workers and take responsibility for the health and safety of yourself and all others under your control.
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To work as part of a team and to cooperate with other staff / trades.
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Ensure the quality of your work on site is completed right first time and to company standards.
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Ensure compliance with the Company’s policies, procedures and work instructions including commitment to working with the Company to achieve its OH&S, environmental and quality objectives and using correct Personal Protective Equipment at all times.
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Observe and comply with all good working practices.
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Capable of working at heights and in confined spaces in industrial environments.
Qualifications and skills
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2+ years’ related experience post qualification in electrical installation and testing, preferably in the UK water sector
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Fully qualified electrician (NVQ level 3 or equivalent) (essential)
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17th / 18th Edition (essential)
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City & Guilds 2391 Test and Inspection (advantageous)
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Control and automation experience (advantageous)
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ECS Gold card or can easily obtain one
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PC literate with good communication skills
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EUSR clean water card (preferable)
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Emergency first aid or First Aider (preferable)
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Able to work well in a team and give as well as take instruction
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Punctuality and reliability
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Excellent health and safety knowledge and application
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Willingness to learn and undertake training as required
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Positive “can do” attitude with flexible approach to work and ability to work on own initiative
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Valid UK driving licence (essential)
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Confined spaces training (preferable
Benefits package
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Use of a company vehicle with fuel card and mobile phone
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Company pension scheme applicable after 3 month probation period
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28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
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All necessary PPE and workwear
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Working away allowance plus subsistence expenses plus accommodation
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Opportunity to earn overtime, subject to site requirements
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Employee benefits package that includes training and development opportunities and discount
Please do not hesitate to apply now, If you believe this is a role you could be interested in we would love to hear from you!