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Electrician
March 26, 2021 | Comments Off on Electrician
Location: Okehampton- Hatherleigh
Business Area: Kier Utilities- South West Water
Better Together
Kier Group is one of the Top 3 Utility providers here in the UK- helping to connect, heat and power the country. Our sector stretches across Telecoms, Gas and Water, working with emerging technologies to the most exacting standards of safety and quality. What does it take to join this team that keeps water running for over 15 million homes and businesses, maintaining 65km of gas pipes and installing one million metres of fibre optic cable every year? It takes people like you.
Kier and it's Alliance with South West Water are passionate about water. We help to provide clean and waste water services to c. 1.7 million people in Cornwall, Devon and parts of Somerset and Dorset.
In this role you will be undertaking high quality electrical installation, repairs and maintenance work in accordance with regulations and legislation. You will also be involved in fault-finding and diagnostic work as required to repair and maintain electrical installation, carry out inspection and testing, whilst recording results and completing the appropriate test certification.
What do we need from you?
We are looking for an enthusiastic Electrician who holds qualifications of either NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, City & Guilds 236 Part 1 & 2, 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations or equivalent. It would also be advantageous to have electrical experience within the water industry and industrial/ commercial site experience. In addition, having working knowledge of maintenance and fault finding within a live water treatment facility would also stand you in great stead to be successful.
You will be working in a team of multi skilled engineers and would be required to go on the standby rota (1 week in 7) as well as working to high safety standards at all times.
What will you receive?
You can expect a competitive salary and a strong benefits package that includes:
- Free Life Assurance
- Access to our valuable pension scheme - Kier Retirement Savings Plan
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Options to participate in Cycle2Work and Payroll Giving schemes
- Two employee Share Scheme options
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Kier Rewards, our exclusive Discount Shopping Site with deals available at over 800 retailers
- Plus, many more benefits geared to your wellbeing
Pre-employment checks
It's worth remembering that we'll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you're successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We encourage flexible working wherever possible in your role - and this may allow you to work from home or from one of our other offices/sites, if appropriate.
Make the journey. Leave a legacy.
Being part of Kier means living our values of being Collaborative, Trusted and Focused. We all have the potential to shape our world, and it's through these values that we will leave a lasting legacy. Bring your talent and ambition to Kier and you will be given the scope and opportunity to invest in your own future, to build your expertise and contribute to a rich and diverse culture.
Kier is an inclusive employer.
Please note, interviews make take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early.