Mobile Electrician

Mobile Electrician | Skanska | West Malling, Kent

Intro

Join Skanska, a global leader in construction and development with over 135 years of heritage, as a Mobile Electrician for the Kent County Council project. Based out of West Malling, you will be part of an elite Building Services division that manages high-profile estates throughout the UK. This role is perfect for a skilled engineer who enjoys the variety of a mobile position and wants to be the frontline representative for a company that leverages innovative technology and technical excellence to maintain critical infrastructure.

What you’ll do

• Maintain, repair and install a wide range of electrical systems including power distribution, motors, control panels, lighting and critical low-voltage networks, ensuring work meets current IEE standards and codes of practice.

• Deliver high-quality planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs, including inspection and testing programmes for fixed plant and portable equipment in compliance with BS7671 wiring regulations.

• Diagnose faults on complex electrical systems, liaise with supervisors on plant/equipment failures, and determine required spares or components to complete works efficiently.

• Follow engineering drawings/specifications for complex installations, ensuring accurate documentation updates via record sheets or CAFM systems to maintain asset data integrity.

• Lead or support project work such as circuit modifications (e.g., boiler control systems), co-ordinating between clients and supply chain partners to deliver technically sound solutions.

• Provide training support for colleagues undertaking electrical work while actively monitoring tasks in CAFM to meet deadlines, prevent service failures, and uphold health & safety compliance (including asbestos, legionella & COSHH).

We’re looking for

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) plus 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations certification.

• Completion of a structured Electrical Engineering training programme (minimum 3 years).

• Full UK driving licence with experience working across multiple sites.

• Strong communication skills with proven ability to co-ordinate tasks effectively and deliver excellent customer service.

• IT literate (MS Office & CAFM systems) with good numeracy and administrative skills.

About the Role

As a Mobile Electrician, you will provide essential mechanical and electrical engineering support across the Kent County Council estate, ensuring all systems operate safely and efficiently. You will handle a mix of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and emergency breakdown repairs, acting as a technical lead on specific projects and providing mentorship to colleagues. This position offers a standard 40-hour week with a Monday-to-Friday schedule, plus participation in an on-call rota. Skanska is committed to “Naturally Skanska” values, fostering a high-performing, inclusive environment where professional development and flexible working are actively supported.