Maintenance Electrician

Working as a skilled multitasker, trouble-shooter, and safety-focused Maintenance Electrician for Sodexo at Northumbria University Student Living in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, your knowledge will be essential to our efforts to improve operational excellence. 

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong on a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do:

Carry out electrical PPM and reactive repairs as required.
Basic electrical repairs such as changing lamps (including emergency lights), battery replacement, and safety inspections of e/m lighting systems
To work closely with and support the technical team as required.
To support the front-of-house team with room inspections and to engage with events as required.
Robustly manage all sub-contractors and suppliers under your remit to ensure seamless performance. 
Ensure value for money across all areas of the operation.

What you bring:

A recognised apprenticeship or HNC in an Electrical Engineering discipline with a commitment to undergo continuing professional development
Skilled in ‘hands-on’ maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of a range of plant and equipment and capable of anticipating potential faults or problems that may occur within the full range of building services
Ability to prioritise own workload with minimal supervision and use of own initiative
Ability to work quickly and calmly, especially under pressure and in emergency situations
Flexible approach, ability to request and offer support from other team members as required
Good verbal and written communication skills and customer service skills
Experience using databases, spread sheets, and other computer-based applications, including Microsoft Office
A working knowledge of health and safety legislation
Knowledge of PPM maintenance systems (SFG20 and PAS55)
Experienced in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.

What we offer: 

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues and their families.

Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work-related issues, or personal issues such as bereavement.
Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle includes access to a 24-hour virtual GP and various other services.
The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family), and/or the prepayment cashback card.
Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
A death-in-service benefit for colleagues who pass away while employed by Sodexo
Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo include apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues do their bit for the environment while keeping fit.
Volunteering opportunities enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
Flexible and dynamic work environment 
Competitive compensation 
Full training and a full protective uniform are supplied. 

Are you ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! 

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
Package Description
Maintenance Electrician
£15.88 Per Hour
40 hours per week
Monday to Friday 
Full Time Contract

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About The CompanyAbout Sodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.