Electrician

TEMPORARY ELECTRICIAN - College

Role:
Electrician

Contract:

Temporary (3-6 months, extension possible)

Hours:

39 hours per week

Location:

Reading

Pay: £22-£25 per hour (umbrella)

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Electrician to support a busy Estates & Works team on a temporary basis. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe operation, maintenance, repair and inspection of electrical systems across the site, responding to reactive tasks and supporting wider maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities

- Inspect, maintain and repair electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and appliances

- Replace lighting, power, heating/ventilation controls, lamps/LEDs, sports lighting and car park systems

- Conduct and record emergency lighting tests

- Diagnose electrical faults and complete repairs efficiently

- Install and repair electrical appliances

- Support improvement and upgrade projects

- Assist with general maintenance tasks across Estates/Works

- Undertake manual duties including lifting, moving materials, basic carpentry, painting and grounds work

Essential Requirements

- NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent

- 18th Edition (City & Guilds 2382-22)

- Experience in installation, testing, maintenance and repair of electrical systems

- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance

- Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a team

- Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling tasks

- Full UK driving licence and transport

- Right to work in the UK

Desirable

- Additional trade skills (carpentry, plumbing, painting)

Safeguarding

This role involves working in an education environment and requires an Enhanced DBS check.