Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer
Newcastle
£40,000 - £44,000

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Engineer to join a well-established building services team, working across a mobile contract covering the North East postcode region.

The role will involve working across a varied portfolio of commercial offices, schools, and other commercial buildings, carrying out planned and reactive electrical maintenance to ensure all sites remain compliant, safe, and fully operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems and building services equipment
• Reactive maintenance and fault finding on electrical systems, including emergency breakdown response
• Repair and replacement of lighting, emergency lighting, sockets, distribution boards, and control panels
• Inspection, testing, and basic electrical compliance checks where required
• Minor electrical installations and upgrade works
• Diagnosing faults on single and three-phase systems
• Supporting statutory compliance checks and maintaining site records
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with health & safety regulations and site procedures
• Liaising with site staff, contractors, and helpdesk teams to ensure smooth service delivery
• Completing accurate reports, logbooks, and maintenance records

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or Maintenance (or equivalent)
• City & Guilds 2360 / 2357 or equivalent electrical qualification
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Experience within building services maintenance or a similar environment
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work independently across a mobile role
• Good communication and customer-facing skills

Package & Benefits

• £40,000 - £44,000 basic salary
• Company van provided
• Mobile role covering NE postcode area
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Strong overtime earning potential
• Call-out rota: 1 in 10 (£140 per week retainer)