Electrician/Handy Person
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2372290/158858
- Location: Swindon
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £22.18 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 07 July 2026
About the role
Full Time
37.5 hours per week
Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00
£22.18 per hour
Opportunities for career development
Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package
Electrician
Catalent, Frankland Road, Blagrove, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8RU
About the Role
We are seeking a qualified and professional Electrician to join our Technical Services team at our client site in Swindon. This is a varied and hands-on role, responsible for delivering planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance across electrical systems, building services, and site infrastructure.
You will work as part of a small team of two electricians, collaborating closely with wider technical and engineering teams to support the safe and efficient operation of the site.
This role is well suited to an individual who demonstrates a proactive and professional approach, with a strong commitment to maintaining high standards and contributing positively to team performance.
What you’ll do
- Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive electrical maintenance across the site
- Diagnose faults and complete repairs to plant, equipment, and building services
- Support mechanical and fabric maintenance tasks where required
- Maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used, and time allocation
- Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety regulations, safe systems of work, and site procedures
- Assist and oversee third-party contractors when required
- Report maintenance issues, risks, or potential service disruptions promptly
- Work collaboratively with the wider technical team to support overall site operations
- Maintain high standards of professionalism and client service at all times
What you’ll bring
- City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (City & Guilds 2382)
- Inspection and Testing qualification (City & Guilds 2391/2395 or equivalent)
- Experience in a similar maintenance or facilities role
- Good understanding of health & safety regulations and safe systems of work
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- A professional, proactive approach with a strong work ethic
- Strong communication skills
Desirable
- PAT Testing qualification (City & Guilds 2377)
- ECS Gold Card or IPAF certification
Why Sodexo?
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.
Belong
in a company and team that values you for you.
Act
with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
Thrive
in your own way.
We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
- Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
- Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
- Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
- Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies
A little more about 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 100million 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, SoTogether, 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. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Ready to be part of something greater?
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Swindon, United Kingdom, SN5 8RU
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