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Maintenance Assistance - (Electrical Division)

  • Location: Oxford
  • Salary: £42000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Industrial
  • Contact: Pete Watson
  • Contact Email: p.watson@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01603 551164
  • Job Ref: SF63773
Maintenance Assistant (Electrical) - Prestigious Oxford College 

Join the maintenance team at one of Oxford's most prestigious colleges and help preserve historic buildings while maintaining cutting-edge facilities.

About the Role:
We're seeking a skilled electrical maintenance professional to join our clients close-knit team who will be responsible for maintaining beautiful historic college buildings and modern facilities in the heart of Oxford.

What You'll Do
Primary Focus: Electrical Maintenance & Repairs
  • Respond quickly to electrical faults and breakdowns across college buildings
  • Conduct electrical testing, inspections, and PAT testing
  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance on electrical systems
  • Update electrical schematics and complete installation certificates
Broader Maintenance Support
  • Monitor computerised building management system (BMS)
  • Assist with general repairs: lighting, locks, furniture, and building fabric
  • Support water monitoring and legionella prevention programs
  • Help with small refurbishment projects alongside the team
On-Call Responsibilities
  • Participate in emergency call-out rota (after supervision period)
  • Carry college radio for responsive communication
  • Handle urgent repairs outside normal hours
What We're Looking
For Essential Requirements
  • City & Guilds/NVQ in electrical maintenance plus 18th Edition certification
  • Proven multi-trade maintenance experience in similar environments
  • PAT testing experience (Seward or equivalent)
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Previous call-out rota participation
  • Must live within 30-45 minutes of Oxford
Desirable
  • C&G 2391 inspection and testing certification
  • Building management system experience
  • Historic building maintenance knowledge
What's On Offer
  • Competitive salary package
  • 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Work in a beautiful, historic Oxford college setting
  • Small, supportive team environment
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • College vehicle provided for material collection
  • Modern tools and equipment supplied
  • Comprehensive supervision and support during probation period
Ready to Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to combine technical expertise with working in one of Oxford's most prestigious educational environments.

Apply now or contact Select Recruitment for more information about this exciting opportunity.