Approved Electrician

Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we're on. In our world, it all matters.Restoring the past, building the future; this is the extraordinary impact of our Skilled Trades team. They handle everything from fitting window ledges in historic embassies to installing lighting in new high commissions, and much more. Some work right here in the UK, while others see locations around the world as they shape them with their skills. Now, you've got the opportunity to join them.Improving government structures Travelling the world Developing your skillsIt all mattersDeliver exceptional work with extraordinary purpose You wont find an opportunity like this anywhere else. As a key member of our Technical Services Centre team, youll play a key role in everything from the design and planning of electrical works, through to installation, commissioning and reporting. The work is incredibly varied from LV distribution to lighting, and from containment systems to fire alarms and air conditioning. Whats more, youll get to do it at home and overseas, in diplomatic missions for the UK and friendly governments. You can look forward to worldwide travel. Whether youre rewiring a Japanese embassy for solar panels, or installing new ceiling roses in a high commission in Nigeria, youll lead multi-skilled teams. And whether youre helping to deliver a new build, office refurbishment, vital upgrade or essential maintenance, youll do it all to the highest standards of safety and customer satisfaction. Youll contribute to research and development, project costings, technical surveys, problem solving and advisory services. Most importantly, youll be helping to keep people safe. Use all your abilities like youve never used them before To join our team, youll need to be able to spend up to 22 weeks a year on overseas installations. Individual projects can last up to eight weeks. An ECS Gold Card holder with Approved grading or higher, youll bring to the role a substantial track record in electrical installation. Working knowledge of BS 7671: 2018 is essential, and you should have NVQ Level 3 in electrical installations, plus City & Guilds 2391 Test and Inspection or equivalent qualifications. Its the personal qualities you bring that will really set you apart from your commitment to exceptional standards of quality, safety and customer satisfaction, through to your flexible approach and flair for communicating complex technical issues clearly to people who dont share your expert knowledge. In return, you can look forward to unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth. Build your skills in locations around the globeWorking with us youll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. Its a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. Thats why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, youll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.Want to see your future teams work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide we suggest Constructing the Secure Embassy to take you round, to see how the team delivers for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.ukEvery single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If youre successful in your application, well ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting on our website: https://www.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse worldThe vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know youre welcome and valued. Its what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why were recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And its how you know youre joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.Hanslope Park based posts attract a Location Allowance of 1,750 per annum.FCDO Services are regulated by the Civil Service Commission.