Electrician

Electrician Opportunity: Secure Your Career in Defence Engineering with Babcock

Are you a skilled Electrician seeking a role where your expertise directly contributes to national security and a safer world? Babcock, a leader in defence engineering, is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team at Minley, near Camberley, Surrey. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary starting from £37,698, coupled with a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive prospect for career-driven individuals.

Why Consider This Role?

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to power up your career within a vital sector. You will be instrumental in maintaining the critical infrastructure that underpins defence training operations. This hands-on role rewards technical proficiency and a commitment to excellence. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values precision and continuous improvement, fostering an environment conducive to professional growth.

Key Responsibilities and Daily Impact:

• Technical Excellence: Undertake expert fault diagnosis and coordinate effective repairs across a diverse estate.
• Safety and Compliance: Conduct thorough inspections and testing of electrical systems, power distribution, lighting, wiring, and controls to ensure the highest standards of safety and reliability.
• Proactive Maintenance: Contribute to predictive maintenance programmes, aligning with strategic asset management plans.
• Infrastructure Enhancement: Identify and implement improvements to electrical services, demonstrating your proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Resource Management: Maintain accurate inventory of electrical supplies and components, ensuring operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For (Essential Experience & Qualifications):

• Proven experience in a similar electrical maintenance role.
• Essential Qualifications:
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Qualification.
• Initial and Periodic Electrical Inspection and Testing (2391).
• Current Edition Wiring Regulations – BS7671 (18th Edition).
• A full UK Driving Licence is required.

Important Considerations for Candidates:

• Physical Demands: This is a hands-on role that involves manual work, including lifting, bending, using tools, and standing for extended periods. Candidates should be comfortable with these physical requirements.
• Working Hours: The role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday, 8 am–4:30 pm, and Friday, 8 am–4 pm.
• On-Call Commitment: After six months of service, participation in an on-call rota will be required, with additional compensation and overtime rates.
• Security Clearance: Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance. Please note that eligibility for this may be influenced by factors such as place of birth, nationality, and residency. Further details on security clearance are available via the GOV.UK website.

Attractive Benefits and Career Development:

Babcock offers a rewarding employment experience, including:

• A generous holiday allowance to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• A matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance for financial security.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support through Aviva DigiCare+, including a Digital GP, annual health checks, and nutritional consultations.
• An employee share scheme and shopping savings portal to enhance your financial wellbeing.
• Payment of professional fees to support your ongoing development.
• Special paid leave for reservists in the armed forces.
• Holiday Trading options to allow for greater flexibility in managing your leave.
• A unique 'Be Kind Day' for paid volunteering opportunities.
• Excellent development opportunities and an employee assistance programme covering physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Join a Company with a Legacy:

For over a century, Babcock has been at the forefront of defending nations and building a better world. As a Disability Confident committed employer, Babcock is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. They are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

This is a significant opportunity to build a stable and impactful career within the defence sector. If you possess the required skills and are looking for a role that offers both challenge and reward, we encourage you to explore this exciting prospect.