Electrician

Bouygues Energies & Services currently has an exciting opportunity for an Electrician to join our Facilities Management team working on our local government contract covering various corporate & public sites across Westminster City Council.  This opportunity is for a permanent full-time position, working Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00 servicing a cluster of buildings in relatively close proximity and is foot mobile.

Westminster City Council contract

The team consists of circa 15 members delivering both planned and reactive maintenance utilising sustainable transport. This comprises of Electric Vehicles, Battery Powered Cargo Bikes, as well as utilisation of public transport.  The role offers a varied working environment given that our technical team covers the whole of Westminster which is split into clusters to make it more manageable for our Engineers.

Bouygues Energies & Services being an employer of choice and voted Top Employer in 2021 for the second year running aims to support the development of all our staff where over 2% of annual employment costs are invested into training.  Our aim is to grow and develop people on this contract and anyone joining us will be given full support to take their career further.

The role:

• Reporting to the Supervisor
• Carry out prompt and efficient maintenance and repairs (planned and reactive) of building services assets, plant and equipment across the contract, along with installation and refurbishment work
• Respond to requests generated by the Helpdesk, and use Maximo and hand-held mobile devices for management of work on daily basis and complete assignments within deadlines to avoid penalties. Ensure Site logbooks are completed and populated with statutory and paperwork
• Carry out new electrical works as required i.e. renew works, refurbishment and work associated with the life cycle maintenance programme
• Attend training programmes to meet contract requirements and for self-development
• To immediately report any emergency works to the Supervisor
• Working 40 hours per week between 08:00 and 17:00, Monday to Friday, this role will also require participation in the on call rota system

The person:

• Must hold a recognised electrical trade apprenticeship and/or relevant qualifications to level 2 (theory and practice) in a relevant Electrical discipline with suitable industry experience.
• Must be able to work independently when necessary as well as being part of a supportive team sharing knowledge, best practice and experience.
• Willingness to learn new skills and have a flexible approach to dealing with planned and reactive maintenance tasks. Other duties of the role can include Emergency Light and Fire Alarm Testing; L8 Legionella is desirable
• Able to demonstrate strong communication and client relationship skills
• Excellent attention to detail. Adaptable to changing environments – Plant rooms to High Profile Areas.
• Will be willing to work and develop Apprentices as required
• Will take on AP / RP Roles as required where additional payment will be provided
• Must be able to work independently when necessary as well as part of a team
• Good PC skills
• Committed to health and safety. At Bouygues, our number one priority is the health and safety of everyone. Actively supporting toolbox talks and the reporting of any incidents or risks.
• Desirable to hold full clean UK Driving Licence

Our excellent benefits package includes:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Company share scheme
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme

Why Bouygues E&S Solutions?

Bouygues Energies & Services Solutions (BYES) is an international business operating in over 25 countries and employing over 13,500 people. The company is part of the Bouygues Group – a global brand employing over 130,000 people in 80 countries within the construction, engineering, civil works, energy services, telecommunications, and media sectors.

In the UK, Bouygues Energies & Services is a leading provider of facilities management (FM), energy services, highways, and complex engineering solutions across the public and private sectors.

Bouygues E&S Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We place a strong emphasis on continual development, both professional and interpersonal. Currently over 2% of the Company’s payroll is spent on Learning and Development activities. We have our own international and local training centres, delivering technical and management courses. 

Bouygues Construction UK was awarded the Top Employers United Kingdom and Top Employers Europe certification. We are also proud to have been awarded Investors in People Gold, which demonstrates our commitment to our people.