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Last updated:November 2020JOB DESCRIPTIONPost title:ElectricianAcademic Unit/Service:Estates & FacilitiesFaculty:Career pathway:CAOLevel:3*ERE category:Posts responsible to:Electrical Operations Engineer and Electrical Chargehands (Level) 3Posts responsible for:Electricians Mates (level 2a), ApprenticesPost base:Non Office-based (see job hazard analysis)Job purposeJob Purpose: Day to day inspection, repair, maintenance and minor refurbishment of all electrical equipment and installations in the University (excluding Business and Community Services properties and Southampton Oceanography Centre).Key accountabilities/primary responsibilities% TimeTo carry out inspection and testing to BS7671 Regulations and University of Southampton policy standards.15%To investigate and rectify faults on electrical services.10 %To undertake planned maintenance activities on electrical services in accordance with schedules produced by the Electrical Operations Engineer.35 %To undertake minor electrical installation work, including pre-measure and production of materials lists. 5%To ensure that the necessary preparations for work are undertaken, including the provision of access, isolations and materials; and that the necessary liaison with building occupants is undertaken.10%To ensure that the necessary preparations for work are undertaken, including the provision of access, isolations and materials; and that the necessary liaison with building occupants is undertaken.5 %To participate in training and development opportunities as necessary to maintain skills, knowledge and qualifications appropriate to the role.5%To provide out-of-hours cover in accordance with the electrician’s call-out roster.10%Any other duties as allocated by the line manager following consultation with the post holder.5%Internal and external relationshipsElectrical Operations Manager, Electrical Operations Engineer and Chargehands – receiving advice and instructions regarding work.Electrician’s Mate and Apprentice / Trainee – giving advice and instructions regarding work.Estates staff generally – sharing information about the operation and maintenance of electrical services.University ‘customers’ – sharing information about electrical services, particularly regarding rectification of faults.PERSON SPECIFICATIONCriteriaEssentialDesirableHow to be assessedQualifications, knowledge and experienceSkill level equivalent to achievement of GCSE, AS and A Level or equivalent vocational qualification, Higher National Certificates (HNC) or proven work experience, acquired in relevant roles and job related training Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience: Skill level equivalent to achievement of GCSE,AS and A Level or equivalent vocational qualification (NVQ3/4, Higher National Diplomas (HND), Higher National Certificates (HNC)) or proven work experience, acquired in relevant roles and job-related training, demonstrating development through involvement in a series of progressively more demanding relevant work roles; Some posts might expect a degree with more limited work experience.Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience: Skill level equivalent to achievement of GCSE,AS and A Level or equivalent vocational qualification (NVQ3/4, Higher National Diplomas (HND), Higher National Certificates (HNC)) or proven work experience, acquired in relevant roles and job-related training, demonstrating development through involvement in a series of progressively more demanding relevant work roles; Some posts might expect a degree with more limited work pletion of recognised apprenticeship.Possession of C&G 236 Parts 1 & 2 or equivalent.Latest BS7671certification.C&G 2391 Certificate with experience of installation testing. Experience in installation and maintenance of electrical plant and services within buildings.Suitable post apprenticeship Experience of:-Uninterruptable Power Supplies (UPS)GeneratorsPhoto Voltaic Systems (PV)CertificatesCertificatesCertificatesCV/Ref/IntCV/Ref/IntPlanning and organisingAble to effectively organise allocated work activities and assist in the effective organisation of non-standard tasks and events.CV/Ref/IntProblem solving and initiativeAble to identify and solve problems by applying judgement and initiative to tackle some situations in new ways and by developing improved work methods.CV/Ref/IntManagement and teamworkAble to contribute to team efficiency through sharing information and constructively supporting others. Able to ensure any staff are managed or supervised are focused on allocated tasks and are aware of service standards. Ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.CV/Ref/IntCommunicating and influencingAbility to communicate at all levels to inform, advise, negotiate and instruct.Able to seek and clarify detail. Able to explain procedures and to provide assistance where necessary. CV/Ref/IntOther skills and behavioursWillingness to undertake training for specialist systems and to keep qualifications puter literacy.CV/Ref/IntSpecial requirementsOut of hours workingParticipation in 24 hour callout rota and to live within reasonable travelling distance of the university.Access to transportInterviewInterviewInterviewJOB HAZARD ANALYSISIs this an office-based post?? YesIf this post is an office-based job with routine office hazards (eg: use of VDU), no further information needs to be supplied. Do not complete the section below.? NoIf this post is not office-based or has some hazards other than routine office (eg: more than use of VDU) please complete the analysis below.Hiring managers are asked to complete this section as accurately as possible to ensure the safety of the post-holder.## - HR will send a full PEHQ to all applicants for this position. Please note, if full health clearance is required for a role, this will apply to all individuals, including existing members of staff.ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURESOccasionally (<30% of time)Frequently(30-60% of time)Constantly(> 60% of time)Outside work √Extremes of temperature (eg: fridge/ furnace)√## Potential for exposure to body fluidsN/A## Noise (greater than 80 dba - 8 hrs twa)N/A## Exposure to hazardous substances (eg: solvents, liquids, dust, fumes, biohazards). Specify below:N/AFrequent hand washingN/AIonising radiation N/AEQUIPMENT/TOOLS/MACHINES USED## Food handling N/A## Driving university vehicles(eg: car/van/LGV/PCV) √## Use of latex gloves (prohibited unless specific clinical necessity)N/A## Vibrating tools (eg: strimmers, hammer drill, lawnmowers) √PHYSICAL ABILITIESLoad manual handling√Repetitive crouching/kneeling/stooping√Repetitive pulling/pushing√Repetitive lifting√Standing for prolonged periods√Repetitive climbing (ie: steps, stools, ladders, stairs)√Fine motor grips (eg: pipetting)N/AGross motor grips√Repetitive reaching below shoulder heightN/ARepetitive reaching at shoulder height√Repetitive reaching above shoulder height√PSYCHOSOCIAL ISSUESFace to face contact with public√Lone working√## Shift work/night work/on call duties √ ................
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