We are currently seeking to fill the position of Electrician.

Description

When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued.  The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.

Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people.  This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for our teaching staff, in addition to salary (which includes a Heriot’s enhancement), teacher holidays and pension, includes:

• Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Travel to work schemes
• School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School Edinburgh are looking for a fully qualified Electrician (valid grade card and 18^th Edition certified) to work with our maintenance team on a fulltime basis. 37 hours, Monday-Friday.

The applicant should be able to demonstrate:

• Good knowledge of electrical/mechanical installations, single and 3 phase power.
• Ability to trace faults, problem solve and seek solutions to faults and failures.
• Ability and experience of working independently or alongside our other trades.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical safe working practices, including isolation, plus an awareness of current statutory requirements, including a general understanding of H&S and the risk assessment process.
• Experienced and competent in all aspects of electrical planned, preventative and day to day reactive maintenance issues, with extensive experience in fault finding on complex electrical installations.
• Flexibility, being well organised, and manage their own workload.  Able to project a professional image and demonstrate a proactive attitude in work related issues.
• Basic knowledge of IT to be able to use our Support Request System and search for parts and solutions on the internet.

You will be based in our Lauriston Place campus but be responsible for the day to day running of all electrical circuits for our 22 buildings across Edinburgh.  There will occasionally be a requirement to work in our Outward Bound lodge in Bridge of Orchy.

A full UK driving license would be advantageous.

Please see job description. 

Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidates will be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus

George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463