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An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join the Housing and Regeneration department.

Richmond and Wandsworth councils’ electrical section is responsible for the electrical safety of its 33,000 properties within the largest inner-London borough.  We ensure all required electrical safety inspections are carried out within our properties and are passionate that our residents are safe in their homes.

We are looking for an experienced electrical engineer who is wishing to move to a role involving more inspection and monitoring of contractors. You must have extensive knowledge and experience of current electrical regulations BS7671, especially the Electrical Installation Condition reporting procedures. You will be responding to technical enquires from council departments, contractors, residents and councillors regarding a variety of electrical systems such as fire alarms, door entry systems or emergency lights and reviewing servicing and certification documents from contractors. 

 You must have:

• Qualifications equivalent to C&G 2367 or 2357 (Electrical Installation) and NVQ level 3 in Electrical Installations, 2391 Test and Inspection.
• A certificate in BS7671 - The Requirements for Electrical Installations, 18th Edition as amended.
• Excellent communication and customer care skills, the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Good ICT skills are also crucial to this role and it's important that you can write reports and letters.
• The ability to work well as part of a team as well as on your own initiative is essential. The post is based in our Wandsworth offices and this role also requires site visits, so a full driving licence is essential.
• This is a demanding role, and the successful candidate will be well organised and able to work flexibly. Good interpersonal and organisational skills are essential.
• You may be asked to attend to emergencies and Planned works at short notice which may include work at night or weekends.

We recognise the importance of a good balance between work and home life so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working including, working from home, and other arrangements. Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if there are any options you’d like to explore. We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 40 paid days (pro rata) including bank holidays and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.  Your wellbeing and the flexible way in which you can work is and will remain a key priority for Richmond and Wandsworth Councils. We want you to thrive and feel empowered in your work!

In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts with many leisure activities, restaurants, shops and other establishments.

Indicative Recruitment Timeline

Closing Date: Sunday 31^st December 2023

Shortlisting Date: W/C 02^nd January 2024

Interview Date: 10^th January 2024 (include test)            

For an informal conversation, please contact alan.moore@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk

Useful Information:

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our teams. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

Important Information:

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils