Electrical Supervisor - Facilities in Edinburgh
Posted by CBW Staffing Solutions
£45,000 – £50,000 a year
Edinburgh · Permanent
CBW are looking for an experienced and proactive Electrical Supervisor to join a facilities management team. This is a hands-on role combining practical electrical maintenance and repair work with the supervision and coordination of subcontractors and contractors across a range of facilities.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for ensuring electrical maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards, whilst supporting the day-to-day operation of the facilities team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically qualified professional who enjoys remaining hands-on whilst taking ownership of works, managing contractors and ensuring high standards of service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out hands-on electrical maintenance, fault finding, repairs and installations across facilities.
Supervise and coordinate electrical contractors and subcontractors, ensuring works are completed safely, on time and to specification.
Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
Ensure all electrical works comply with current legislation, regulations and health and safety requirements.
Monitor contractor performance, workmanship and quality of completed works.
Carry out inspections, testing and audits of electrical installations where appropriately qualified.
Respond to electrical breakdowns and maintenance issues, identifying faults and implementing effective solutions.
Review RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) and ensure safe systems of work are followed.
Coordinate maintenance schedules and prioritise workloads to minimise disruption to facilities operations.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, certification and compliance documentation.
Liaise with facilities management, site teams and external contractors to ensure smooth delivery of works.
Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes, efficiency and overall site standards.
Essential Requirements
Recognised electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
Previous experience in an electrical maintenance or facilities management environment.
Experience supervising contractors, subcontractors or electrical maintenance teams.
Strong practical electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Good understanding of electrical compliance, health and safety legislation.
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Desirable
Experience working within a commercial or multi-site facilities management environment.
Experience with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) systems.
Inspection and Testing qualification (2391 or equivalent).
Experience managing contractor performance and reviewing RAMS.
Relevant supervisory or management experience.
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