Facilities Maintenance Electrician

Facilities Maintenance Electrician                

OFM/OFM

Location: Cambridge

Contract: Permanent  

Hours: Full time

Job Profile: Principal Skilled Trade

Salary/annum: Min £35,100 - Max £54,100

Reference number: JR100758

Closing Date: 01 July 2026

Security requirements: This role will require the successful candidate to undertake a BPSS check.

Description of role:

We are looking for a Maintenance Electrician to join our on-site facilities team.

You'll be part of a close-knit group, supporting the day-to-day operations of our buildings and facilities.

If you enjoy varied work, taking initiative, and contributing to the success of the team, this could be the perfect role for you. We work in a friendly and professional environment, supporting some of the most talented engineers and scientists and we'd love to hear how your experience could contribute to our success.

The Role

You will work closely with our existing Maintenance team on a wide range of electrical work, including inspections, testing, fault-finding and repairs and minor installations.

Due to the nature of this role and the continuously evolving needs of the business, you'll find your days to be varied and sometimes unpredictable. As well as keeping the building operational, the requirements of the company continue to change and to grow. Sections of the building are regularly undergoing refurbishment and new facilities are created in line with project requirements.

You'll be part of a friendly, collaborative environment and work alongside colleagues across all departments, engineers, scientists, and support staff alike.

Responsibilities

Your day-to-day duties will be varied, but will typically include:

• Working with our existing electrician to carry out all electrical activities

• Performing electrical repairs, installations, inspections, testing, and fault-finding

• Maintaining accurate electronic records of testing and works carried out

• Organising and providing attendance for external contractors, liaising with the admin team and Manager

• Supervising service/maintenance contractors, particularly electrical and mechanical

• Investigating problems, implementing temporary fixes and arranging permanent solutions

• Contributing to general team activities including Health & Safety matters and broader maintenance duties

• Assisting with permit to work systems, including out-of-hours working

• Joining the out-of-hours response rota in line with current policy

• Supporting line managers with electrical technical knowledge

• Undertaking any reasonable tasks requested by your line manager

About you

We're looking for someone with the following qualifications and experience:
• Fully qualified electrician (C&G Level 2 in Electrical Installations/NVQ3 equivalent)
• IEE 18th Edition certification
• City & Guilds Electrical Inspection and Testing
• Hands-on experience across a broad range of electrical activities
• Practical construction/maintenance skills such as basic carpentry, plumbing or decorating
• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines
• Strong team player with a positive attitude and willingness to adapt
• Clear communication skills (polite, reliable, punctual, and self-motivated)
• Familiarity with Health & Safety and COSHH legislation
• Competent in basic numeracy, literacy, and computing
• Strong customer service mind-set
• Experience in large commercial or industrial facilities is a plus

Must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

We provide training in key areas such as the use of hand tools, power tools, access equipment, and forklift trucks.

For further details, please follow the Job Description link below:

https://www.twi-global.com/pdfs/careers/JR100758-Electrical-Maintenance-Job-Description.pdf

Travel:

This position may require travel in the UK

About us:

TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering, materials and joining technologies with significant property assets. We provide industry with advice and know-how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention.

We offer opportunities to collaborate with inspiring and expert teams and a supportive environment in which you are actively encouraged to share your ideas and continually develop your own skills and knowledge.

If you are looking to join an organisation that is fuelled by innovation, teamwork, and openness, this role could be for you.

Diversity statement:

TWI Ltd is committed to treating all employees fairly and to being an inclusive employer. Our aim is to create a work environment where our employees can reach their full potential.  We put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract, develop and retain the best talent.

Inclusion:

We recognise that it’s the differences of our people that gives us our competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation; representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment to ensure it is at the core of everything we do at TWI.

Disability Confident Scheme:

We are pleased to confirm that we have achieved the first stage accreditation, which means we are a ‘Disability Confident Employer’. This is a government-supported scheme that supports organisations like TWI to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace.  The scheme helps us recruit and retain great people; draw from the widest possible pool of talent; secure high-quality employees who are skilled, loyal and hardworking; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all of our people fairly.

If you require any additional support during your application, interview or any other aspect of our recruitment process please reach out to Recruitment@TWI.co.uk

TWI Values:

Our six values provide a point of reference for the way we expect our people to operate and behave.

• Inclusion: Valuing the contribution from every individual, creating value for our customers
• Teamwork: Building effective working relationships, we accomplish more together
• Adaptability: Engaging positively with change to meet the needs of the business
• Taking Responsibility: Achieving our objectives and personal development
• Innovation & Expertise: Championing new ideas and sharing knowledge to solve industry problems
• Customer Focus: Building trusting relationships with our customers