Regional maintenance technician electrical bias

JOB PURPOSE 1. To maintain and repair a range of electrical, mechanical plant and equipment in retail outlets including all building services as defined on the ldquo;Scope of Works rdquo; in an efficient and cost-effective manner, whilst complying with the laid-down Company Health and Safety policy. 2. Undertake regular planned store visits and complete PPM tasks and minor repairs requested by the Customer. 3. Undertake a variety of legal compliance electrical testing including emergency lighting, fire alarm and in-house servicing of equipment. 4. Undertake a variety of electrical repairs arising from periodic inspection and testing. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES * To represent the Company in a professional manner at all times and develop a good working relationship with City FM and retail outlet teams. * To ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately, on time and to the laid- down procedures. * To respond promptly and positively to service call requests from the Helpdesk and undertake repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible. * To prioritise maintenance and repair work to achieve agreed timescales and response times and in the case of major delays to liaise with your Supervisor for direction. * To order materials in line with laid-down procedures in a timely manner. * To advise the Helpdesk where 3rd party contractor attendance is needed for either a quotation or to effect specialist repairs and to provide the job specification. * To advise the Manager of any repair and maintenance issues that are likely to affect the smooth running of the retail outlet. * To manage the attendance of subcontractors and to ensure they undertake the works to the agreed standards and within budgeted costs. * To carry out minor alterations and installations within the individual rsquo;s technical competence in accordance with current specifications. * To assist other engineers in other areas when requested to do so by the Supervisor. * To ensure all tools and equipment necessary (as per company tool list) to complete maintenance and repairs are available and serviceable at all times. * To ensure remedial works are completed in a timely manner. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA - GCSE standard - Apprentice served Electrician with appropriate City Guilds qualification - 17th edition - General building repairs - Ability to maintain/repair a range of building fabrics, ground works and general PPM tasks to recognised standards - Ability to work with minimum supervision - Good communication skills (written and verbal) - Helpful/friendly manner - Customer focused - Self-motivated - Planning and organising skills - Ability to work at heights - Competent in the use of steps and ladders - Current driving licence - Ability to distinguish colours - PC literate - Physically fit - Willingness to work flexible hours DESIRABLE - JIB Recognised - PAT testing qualification - Fire Alarm qualification - C G2391 - C G CompEX 7 8