About Durham University:

Durham University boasts a rich history of academic achievement and innovation. The Projects and Infrastructure team plays a crucial role in managing and delivering construction projects across the university's campuses, supporting academic research, and enriching the student experience.

Position Summary:

As an Electrical Building Services Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the provision, alteration, and upgrade of the university's electrical infrastructure. Working closely with the Projects and Infrastructure team, you will ensure that all electrical works meet quality standards, comply with safety regulations, and align with best practices. Additionally, you will provide professional and customer-focused electrical engineering support to stakeholders, ensuring the delivery of a safe, effective, and reliable electrical infrastructure tailored to the university's needs.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage the provision, alteration, and upgrade of the university's electrical infrastructure for various projects/programs.
- Ensure that all electrical works adhere to quality standards, safety regulations, and approved codes of practice.
- Deliver a customer-focused electrical engineering support service to stakeholders, prioritizing safety, effectiveness, and reliability.
- Collaborate with the Projects and Infrastructure team to ensure the successful delivery of construction projects across the university's campuses.
- Contribute to the enhancement of facilities to support academic research and enrich the student experience.
- Maintain awareness of current statutory requirements, safety regulations, and best practices in electrical engineering.

Qualifications:

- Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in electrical engineering or a related field.
- Experience in managing the provision, alteration, and upgrade of electrical infrastructure for construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of safety regulations, statutory requirements, and best practices in electrical engineering.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality electrical engineering solutions in a customer-focused environment.

Desirable:

- Professional accreditation or membership in a relevant engineering institution.
- Experience working in an academic or educational environment.
- Familiarity with hybrid working arrangements and flexibility to adapt to changing business needs.