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Job Introduction

  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift pattern/ hours - Monday to Friday
  • £18.54 per hour
  • Sodexo rewards and benefits

Job Introduction

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Electrician to join our team at Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex  CO2 7UT to help keep our facilities running smoothly. Reporting to the Hard FM Supervisor, you will deliver day-to-day electrical services across our regional sites, manage contractors and suppliers, and ensure all planned and reactive maintenance is completed safely and on time.

 What you’ll do:

  • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of electrical and building services equipment (boilers, pumps, air systems, lighting, control panels, etc.).

  • Diagnose faults and complete repairs within your technical capability.

  • Support statutory, legislative and mandatory electrical maintenance tasks.

  • Work with subcontractors for testing, inspections and maintenance.

  • Maintain accurate records and compliance documentation.

  • Provide real-time updates to the Digi Hub and ensure safe working practices at all times.

 

What you bring:

Essential

  • Stage 3 Electrician with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and at least 2 years’ relevant experience.

  • Inspection & Testing Level 3 (City & Guilds).

  • Strong problem-solving skills and practical electrical engineering knowledge.

  • Good understanding of health & safety standards.

  • Ability to plan and manage your own workload.

  • Fluent written and spoken English.

  • Full, clean UK driving licence.

  • Proficient IT skills (Excel, Word, Microsoft Office, CAFM/CMMS).

Desirable

  • Property maintenance experience.

  • Familiarity with Maximo or EZ Max systems.

  • Experience working with subcontractors.

  • Previous AP/CP appointment in Electrical, Boilers/Pressure Systems, Working at Heights or Confined Spaces.

  • Knowledge of Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations.

 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 offer:

  • Mental health & wellbeing support
  • Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
  • 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
  • Discounts for you & family
  • Financial tools & retirement plan
  • Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

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Salary £18.54
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/2006755/148075
Contract Type Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date 09 October, 2025
Job Category Maintenance and Engineering
Business Unit UK Government - Frontline
Location Colchester, United Kingdom
No. of positions 1
Posted on 18 September, 2025
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