Electrician

Who we are

Every life is unique and so are you!

At Dräger we  protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.

As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.

About the role

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance and reactive maintenance on all building services plant, equipment, and systems, to include fault finding, problem solving and minor repairs to minimise down time.
•  Full, accurate and timely completion of all maintenance records.
• Ensure adequate availability /stockholding of commonly used or long lead time spare parts.
• Requisition and collection stores materials as required.
• Carry out all work in accordance with prescribed processes, e.g., Safe systems of work, and in such a way to minimise risk to self and others.
• Review processes, procedures, systems, paperwork, etc. in own area and make suggestions for improvement.
• Ensure full and timely reporting of all major breakdowns, significant problems, repair requirements, delays, or system/equipment down time to relevant personnel.
• Ensure Health and Safety policies are always adhered to.
• Any other reasonable duties or project work which may be required by management from time to time.
•  The tasks and responsibilities above are typical of the duties the postholder will be expected to perform. It is not necessarily exhaustive and other duties of a similar nature and level may be required from time to time.
• On call (by rota) 365 days of the year as part of a 4–5 person team.

Shared responsibilities

All employees have a responsibility:

•  to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
• to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
•   to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results

Reporting Relationships

Manager

• Facilities Manager (Blyth)

Size of team/environment

• Working within a team of 6 staff based at the Blyth site.

Role Requirements

Education/Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ diploma in installing Electrotechnical Systems & Equipment (Buildings, Structure and the Environment), or;
• Completion of a Level 3 electrotechnical apprenticeship in Electrical Installation.

Related Experience 

• Extensive knowledge and experience of carrying out electrical installation and maintenance in a facilities/building service environment.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
• Skills, Special Competencies
• IEE 18th edition required.
• City and Guilds 2377 (Portable Appliance Testing) required.
• City and Guilds 2330-07 Certificate in Electro-technical Technology - Installation (Buildings and Structures) or City and Guilds 2330-08 Certificate in Electro-technical Technology - Electrical Maintenance are desirable.
• Knowledge of current regulations and standards relevant to electrical / electronic building services and systems.

Dräger‘s Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days.
• Flexi scheme
• Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover, and partner life assurance.
• Healthcare cash plan
• Subsidised canteen
• Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Gym membership discounts – up to 25%

 Dräger‘s dedication

At Dräger we have a clear vision,  to be an organisation  with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

We ensure candidates  with the required qualifications and experience will be considered  for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All are welcome to apply!.

From hospitals to fire departments to industrial customers, people around the world rely on our products: cutting-edge technology that combines real engineering with the digital future. With over 130 years of experience, passion and the bold ideas of more than 16,000 employees, we are committed to turning technology into ›technology for life‹.