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Electrical Technician
Electrical Technician – Global Workplace Solutions, CBRE
About the Role
Global Workplace Solutions is a division of CBRE, providing integrated solutions across large multi-discipline property portfolios. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service, with people at the heart of our culture, for one of our key clients, BT.
Our BT Workplace team supports its portfolio of 7,000 buildings across the UK (including commercial offices, telephone exchanges, call centres, and retail shops) by delivering a full range of building maintenance services.
At CBRE, we encourage innovation while upholding our RISE values:
- Respect
- Integrity
- Service
- Excellence
Role Summary: Electrical Technician
As an Electrical Technician, you’ll support the Technical Supervisor and/or Area Operations Manager by providing a reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) service across building engineering systems. Your role involves maintaining and repairing low-voltage (LV) electrical systems while adhering to safety protocols, regulations (e.g., BS 7671 for wiring regulations), and operational procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Core Technical Duties
- Maintain LV electrical distribution systems, power, lighting, and connected equipment and undertake assigned PPM routines.
- Install, fault-find, repair, and test LV AC/DC control systems under direction.
- Ensure current BS 7671 (18th Edition) compliance for all repairs and installations.
- Assist with project handovers and snagging to ensure electrical systems are fit for purpose.
- Calibrate, maintain, and comply with regulations for test equipment, emergency lighting, fire alarm, and water heater systems.
- Complete suitable risk assessments for all tasks.
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Reporting & Operational Tasks
- Liaise with Customer Service Centre (CSC), Area Financial Manager (AFM), and stakeholders on planned/reactive tasks.
- Update Site Log Books and produce required reports for the AFM.
- Manage spares stock levels.
- Oversee Control of Works Authorised Person (AP) role and identify competences within the cluster team.
Emergency & Team Responsibilities
- Participate in an Emergency Call Out service as per the Out of Hours Rota.
- Operate within budgets, reduce costs, and support cost-effective solutions.
- Organise and coordinate small teams delivering similar tasks.
- LeadBehaviour beyond expectations of stakeholders and manage escalations where needed.
- Promote Health and Safety policies and standards.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Successfully completed a formal electrical apprenticeship or equivalent training (NVQ3 or above).
- Must hold a City & Guilds Level 3 technical certificate (or equivalent) in an electrical discipline.
- City & Guilds 2382 (Level 3, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations) required – exceptions allowed only if completed within 3 months of start date.
- Note: Non-compliance may disqualify you unless exceptions apply.*
- CBRE-specific refresher training:
- Emergency Circuit Breaker & Fuse Theory.
- Emergency Lighting Testing & Replacement.
- Fire Alarm Testing.
- Water Heater Testing.
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Desirable (where applicable)
- Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical Installation Maintenance (e.g., City & Guilds 2357).
- AM2 (Achievement Measurement 2) skill badge.
- JIB Skills Card for identification of competent electricians.
- C&G 2392 (Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations).
- Formal training in UPS systems, generators, confined space working, PASMA, IPAF, and HV plant room access.
- Preventative maintenance (Pat testing) or equivalent accreditation (C&G 2377).
Why Join CBRE?
Competitive Salary & Benefits
- Competitive pay, plus a comprehensive benefits package supporting your financial, physical, and emotional well-being.
- Extensive wellness programmes, including private gym discounts and dining rewards.
Learning & Development
- Instant access to 16,000+ LinkedIn Learning courses.
- Growth through our internal career pathways and Talent Coach support.
Values & Culture
- Driven by our RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence).
- Diverse, inclusive, and rewarding workplace—over 74% of colleagues recommend us.
Work-Life Balance
- 2 paid volunteering days per year.
- Flexible roles that prioritise operational excellence while valuing personal growth.
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