Maintenance Electrician
| Posting date: | 16 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £27319-28031 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Newcastle, NE1 7RU |
| Company: | Newcastle University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 28922-43847713 |
Summary
We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.
The Role
The Direct Works Team are looking for an experienced & reliable Maintenance Electrician to join their dynamic team in day-to-day maintenance accross the University.
Based within the Estates & Facilites Service you will undertake a variety of Electrical maintenance and istallation tasks, as well as supporting other Estates & Facilities (E&F) teams and trades as required.
The team has responsibility for the safe, efficient and effective development and management of the University academic and residential estate. The estate is seen as a strategic enabler in support of the University Vision and Strategy.
The role is to provide a high quality and customer focused maintenance and installation service to the University. The role will be carried out in support of academic, commercial, residential and other University activities.
You should be qualified to City and Guilds Advanced standard, NVQ level 3 or equivalent and/or have served a recognized apprenticeship or undergone modern training to an equivalent standard. Working as part of the Maintenance team you will be carrying out efficient, effective repairs and planned preventative maintenance on all types of Electrical plant and equipment.
You should be physically fit and active with the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces. A full driving licence is required.
The successful applicant will be required to join our 24hr emergency on call rota, and may occasionally be required to work evening or weekends.
For further information please contact Mr Martin Elsy, Direct Works Manager, Estates and Facilities, Newcastle Univeristy, Drummond Building, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU on martin.elsy@ncl.ac.uk
The Role
The Direct Works Team are looking for an experienced & reliable Maintenance Electrician to join their dynamic team in day-to-day maintenance accross the University.
Based within the Estates & Facilites Service you will undertake a variety of Electrical maintenance and istallation tasks, as well as supporting other Estates & Facilities (E&F) teams and trades as required.
The team has responsibility for the safe, efficient and effective development and management of the University academic and residential estate. The estate is seen as a strategic enabler in support of the University Vision and Strategy.
The role is to provide a high quality and customer focused maintenance and installation service to the University. The role will be carried out in support of academic, commercial, residential and other University activities.
You should be qualified to City and Guilds Advanced standard, NVQ level 3 or equivalent and/or have served a recognized apprenticeship or undergone modern training to an equivalent standard. Working as part of the Maintenance team you will be carrying out efficient, effective repairs and planned preventative maintenance on all types of Electrical plant and equipment.
You should be physically fit and active with the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces. A full driving licence is required.
The successful applicant will be required to join our 24hr emergency on call rota, and may occasionally be required to work evening or weekends.
For further information please contact Mr Martin Elsy, Direct Works Manager, Estates and Facilities, Newcastle Univeristy, Drummond Building, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU on martin.elsy@ncl.ac.uk