23 Full time, Construction / Trades jobs in Gateshead

We are looking for an Electrician to join Newcastle Hire Centre. As an Electrician you will carry out electrical testing, electrical installation works and amendments to existing circuits along with the refurbishment and fit out the complete range of Portakabin buildings to the highest possible standards. As well as aftersales, rectification and problem solving work. You must be flexible to travel when required and used to working in a damaging, fast paced, controlled environment. There will be opportunities for you learn new skills within our unique business and work with an experienced, supportive team. If you are looking for stability and longevity then please read on. As an Electrician, you will:

• Understand and apply the electrical principles and works associated with the design, building, installation and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems.
• Ensure compliance relevant Health and Safety practices and all applicable legislation to encourage and maintain zero harm environment and culture.
• Design and install electrical systems incorporating all types of electrical materials, ensuring that all installations meet current regulations.
• Ensure that all buildings are tested to the required standards, including the completion of appropriate documentation/certification where applicable.
• As applicable assume responsibility as the qualified supervisor and therefore oversee all testing requirements for the Hire Centre.
• Conduct fault finding and undertake rectifications of existing systems both on and off site.
• Ensure reconditioned fittings and materials are utilised as a priority without compromising quality.
• Individual responsibility for ensuring workmanship quality adheres to technical specifications in place and divisional standards.
• To support on supplementary process based tasks where required, that may not be directly electrical related. Including the installation and terminations of building works.
  
  Applies specialist and detailed technical expertise.
Achieved a recognised Electrical Apprenticeship Scheme / Indentures (or AM2)& City & Guilds 2360 or
• NVQ Level 3 electrical installation,
City & Guilds 2380/2381 (IEE Wiring Regs - 18th Edition) or
• JIB Card - Electrician (Must include IEE Wiring Regs 18th Edition),
• City & Guilds 2395 Inspection, Testing and Certification
• Ideally with previous experience working within the construction industry, however if you hold the relevant qualifications and the right learning attitude, we will consider little or no experience.
• Will also have an understanding of the relevant health and safety practices and applicable legislation.
• Good organisation & planning skills
• You should have strong communication skills able to build strong relationships with colleagues and customers in order to deliver a high level of customer service.
Holds a full UK Driving License - ESSENATIAL FOR TRAVELLING
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  Portakabin employs more than 2,000 people across ten European countries with our head office and primary manufacturing facility located in York UK.
Portakabin innovates, develops and delivers exceptional modular buildings for hire and sale, as well as supplying refurbished buildings and construction site accommodation. We deliver building solutions for organisations of any size, in sectors ranging from manufacturing, education and health to transport, utilities and construction. Portakabin is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives and hire great people to build talented and diverse teams. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the application, recruitment, and onboarding processes for candidates that require additional support and/or adjustments to be made. If you are having any difficulty applying, please contact our recruitment team on