Electrician & Electrical Improver

Our client, a leading water sector specialist are looking for an Electrical Team to carry out reactive work in Hampshire.

This would ideally consist of 1 Electrician and 1 Electrical Improver. 

Role Overview

• This role will involve working across Southern Water sites, carrying out primarily planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• This is a permanent position contracted to 40 hours per week.
• Door-to-door pay is provided.
• Typical working days are likely to be around 10 hours, with overtime paid after 40 hours worked.
• Participation in the call-out rota is a requirement of the role, therefore candidates should be based within the Hampshire area or within a reasonable commuting distance.
• A company van will be provided. A van-sharing arrangement is preferred, so candidates who know an Electrical Improver or colleague to work alongside may be considered favourably as a pair.

• Carry out general electrical duties including the installation, testing, maintenance, and inspection of all current carrying equipment up to 1000v AC and 1200v DC.
• Maintain a safe working knowledge and understanding of the company Permit to Work system.
• Install and maintain electrical equipment including MCC panels, motors, control systems, and both fixed and portable electrically operated equipment.
• Select, install, and erect cable handling and containment systems.
• Perform fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs on electrical systems and equipment.
• Follow all Health and Safety procedures, site rules, and company policies relevant to the work being undertaken.
• Read, understand, and sign onto all CPP/RAMS documentation while adhering to Safe Systems of Work and Risk Assessments on site.
• Ensure all required PPE is worn correctly and consistently at all times.
• Promote a strong safety culture by always considering personal safety and the safety of colleagues.
• Be willing to support other departments when required, including assisting Mechanical or Civil Engineering teams.
• Take responsibility for the safe and proper use of a company van.
• Be prepared to work away from home when necessary, typically Monday to Friday, where travel arrangements are in the best interests of the company.

• Electrical apprenticeship or level 3 Electrical qualification as minimum
• JIB Gold Card holder
• 2391 Test and Inspection
• 18th Edition
• Lifting operations qualified (CPCS) (Desirable)
• Confined Space trained (Desirable)
• First Aid (Desirable)
• Health and Safety trained (IOSH) (Desirable)
• HV Qualified, assessed and trained (Desirable)
• SMSTS qualified (Desirable)
• UK Driving Licence
• EUSR Water Hygiene (Desirable)

• Relevant ECS Card
• Ideally working towards NVQ or equivalent 
• 18th Edition (Desirable) 
• Confined Space trained (Desirable)
• EUSR Water Hygiene (Desirable)