Electrical Technician at Oxford Brookes University

Oxford Brookes University is looking to recruit an experienced, reliable and highly motivated Electrical Technician as a member of the Estates Team to undertake planned, preventative and responsive maintenance across residential and academic buildings within the University Estate, working on both commercial and domestic buildings. Electrical Technicians play a proactive role within a motivated and innovative team, delivering key objectives to meet directorate and university wide requirements.

As one of the largest employers in Oxford we pride ourselves in the great experience we offer our staff. You’ll be joining a friendly, professional environment where every member of staff is recognised as important to the success of Oxford Brookes University. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Electrical Team for our Estates and Campus Services Department.

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

Working hours for an Electrical Technician

This is a full time post which is 37 hours, typically Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm, but Oxford Brookes is supportive of flexible working, part time working and job sharing. Applicants who would like to have a working arrangement like this are encouraged to apply for this post. If you would like to speak to discuss this role further please contact Stuart Clyne, Electrical Services Manager, sclyne@brookes.ac.uk so that arrangements can be made to hold a telephone call or video call. There is an on-call allowance paid to this role with a rota of 1 / 8 week.

Overall Purpose of the post of Electrical Technician:

To carry out planned, preventative and reactive electrical services across the University’s Estate, including maintenance of service records, maintenance schedules and Service Desk PPM’s.

Qualifications and Experience for the post of Electrical Technician:

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job, but we realise the ‘perfect candidate’ doesn’t exist. So, if you are excited about working for us, go ahead and apply. You could be exactly what we need.

Qualifications: A recognised apprenticeship in electrical services. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification. 18th Edition IET Wiring regulations.

Experience: Significant post apprenticeship operational experience in electrical services maintenance and installation

Benefits

As an Electrical Technician you will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days holiday, rising to 41 days holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (19.2% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities (Brookes Nursery, Gym and sports facilities). For more information about benefits please see the document “All about Brookes” below.