Electrical Engineer (Estates)

Here at Northumbria Police, we think our region is amazing! It takes a great deal of people from different backgrounds, with diverse skills and experience to serve our force area effectively, think you have what it takes to help us make a difference? This could be the perfect time for you to join us in our Estates Department as an Electrical Engineer.
As an Electrical Engineer you will provide a comprehensive building services electrical engineering function, you will also manage estates capital projects.
There is an opportunity to come into this role and begin at various levels.
The grade (and salary) that you enter at will depend upon experience and qualifications. Once in the role, there will be opportunity (and you will be encouraged) to progress through the grades.
What you'll do
+ Provide professional and proactive advice in respect of electrical engineering issues, including CCTV and alarm systems, carrying out condition surveys as required and preparing maintenance plans to inform medium term financial forecast.
+ Maintain detailed knowledge of all legislation, guidance and best practice impacting on the building services engineering and project management functions, as well as acting as authorised/responsible person/duty holder in respect of building services installations across the estate.
+ Lead projects ensuring that the requirements of the organisation as specified by service users and other stakeholders, are captured in sufficient detail, rigorously challenged, confirmed by the project owner and documented.
+ Contribute to the production of feasibility studies, preparing initial design information, preparing advice and recommending input from specialists where appropriate.
+ Carry out design work in respect of works and services; prepare drawings, specifications and other tender documents to accurately convey the scope and content of the works or services.
Sound interesting? For further information, and to support your application, please view the job description, We are proud members of the Business Disability Forum, with whom we collaborate with to improve the lives of disabled employees. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, therefore if you demonstrate that you meet the minimum criteria for this role as stated in the advert, we will progress your application and offer you an interview.
If you tell us that you have a disability, we can make adjustments to support you through the recruitment process (for example we can arrange extra time for tests or provide a sign language interpreter) You can get in touch with us via careers@northumbria.police.uk for any support regarding the application process. Please provide us with plenty of notice so we can ensure your visit goes smoothly.
If your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a Recruitment Vetting (RV) form, therefore you must be a resident of the UK for a minimum period of 3 years to ensure vetting checks can be successfully performed. A job offer will be dependent upon vetting clearance and medical information.

+ HNC/D in electrical building services engineering or relevant subject and membership of a relevant professional body.
+ Alternatively, you would be able demonstrate significant experience in electrical building services engineering.
+ You will be able to provide evidence of excellent planning and organisational skills to achieve set objectives.
+ Have the ability to analyse problems and make effective decisions and resolutions.
+ Proven ability to manage contractors and suppliers of goods and services to achieve the required outcome for the organisation.

As one of the largest police forces in England we have a huge variety of departments and specialisms offering you endless opportunities. From mentoring and coaching schemes and online soft skills courses to leadership development programmes; we'll give you the support, training and time to carve out the career you always wanted.
As one of the top 50 UK inclusive employers and a disability confident employer, we promote a culture of respect in the workplace so everyone can feel seen, heard and valued.
Whether you're a member of staff or a volunteer, you can also expect first-rate support to manage your health and wellbeing. With year-round events, a 24/7 welfare support hotline and a leading approach to neurodiversity, our initiatives enable you to be at your best.
Above all else, here at Team NP, we can offer you a career that is so much more than just a job, it's a chance to be part of something that really matters.
Learn about our full benefits package

+ 26 days' leave (increasing to 30 days for 5 years+ service) plus 8 bank holidays
+ NHS Fleet Solutions Car Lease Scheme
+ Enhanced maternity, shared parental and adoption leave
+ Flexi time - allowing you to fit your working hours around your individual needs
+ Flexible working (we are happy to discuss options such as compressed hours)
+ Agile working - option to work from home, your team zone, and spaces across the force
+ Fantastic market-leading public sector pension scheme with up to 16% employer contribution
+ Corporate travel schemes - local rail, bus services and metro discounts
+ Access to private healthcare and eye test vouchers
+ Discounts on shopping and eating out thanks to the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Tickets
+ We've invested in extensive paid sick leave, trained mental health first aiders on-site, an employee advice service for the times you need that additional support
+ Access to gyms in some stations
+ Sports & Social Club - join our thriving sports scene at Team NP and enjoy further exclusive discounts on days out and travel
+ Cycle to work scheme
Just so you know