Electrician

About UKES Rail

UKES Rail Ltd was proudly formed in June 2010 working in the commercial sector before making the decision to focus solely on the railway sector in 2014. Since then we have carried out work with Network Rail, Southwest Trains, Southern Rail, Thames Link, C2C and the Sussex, Wessex and Kent routes.

We pride ourselves on our workmanship and can-do attitude across all the jobs we undertake regardless of value or size with a focus on being the best in class within our sector.

We believe in creating a supporting and friendly work environment that promotes from within and offers realistic progression routes through both internal and external training courses as well as supporting personal CPD goals such as professional registration with the IET.

Job Description

We are looking for motivated fully qualified electricians to join our current team working across all our contracts. Supporting our supervisors, you will join a motivated team where people genuinely have you back and offer support whenever it is needed.

You will work alongside an apprentice so a willingness to support their training is essential.

Due to the nature of our working environment, there will be a requirement to work night shifts and occasional weekends. These hours are paid at an enhanced rate.

Duties will include:

• Electrical Installation Condition Reports
• PPM Works
• Reactive Works
• Remedial Works
• Installation of containment
• Installation of Wiring Systems
• Inspection & Testing

Qualifications and Skills:

• C&G NVQ level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
• Time served (Preferred)
• 18th Edition
• Experience in carrying out installation work
• Experience in carrying out EICR's
• 2391 - Electrical Inspection & Testing or equivalent (Experience essential, qualification preferred)
• Experience in railway work (Preferred)
• Full clean UK driving licence (Clean preferred)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills

Package:

• Up to £52,000 depending on experience
• Overtime opportunities available 
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays 
• Company Pension
• Training
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
• Work van provided
• Laptop/Tablet/Phone provided
• Testing equipment provided
• Full uniform provided

Network rail has a zero-tolerance approach to individuals attending work whilst under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. As such the successful applicant will be required to attend a full medical which includes a drug & alcohol test, if this is failed then employment will be ceased immediately.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £52,000 per year

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
- Language: English (required)

Work Location: On the road