Team Co-ordinator Electrical x 2, Kirkton Service Centre, 506.20 - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

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2 x 36 hrs per week, 52.14 weeks per year - Permanent

Applications for this post will only be accepted from current employees of West Lothian Council (this includes casual and agency staff who are currently undertaking work for us)

Building Services is seeking to recruit highly motivated, proactive, and enthusiastic Electrical Team Coordinators to support the successful delivery of repairs, planned maintenance, capital investment programmes, and contract works. These roles will operate across our service areas, ensuring a consistent, efficient, and customer-focused approach to service delivery. As part of the role, you will also act as a Qualified Supervisor in support of the Council's membership of the National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting (NICEIC), ensuring electrical works are carried out in accordance with current regulations, standards, and certification requirements.

As an Electrical Team Coordinator, you will play a key leadership role in managing teams of operatives and contractors to ensure works are planned, coordinated, and delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. You will be responsible for overseeing a diverse range of projects, including large-scale capital investment programmes and long-term, multi-year improvement projects that will have a lasting impact on our housing stock and communities.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality services and possess the leadership, technical expertise, and organisational skills required to succeed in a fast-paced operational environment.

You will have:

• A recognised qualification as a time-served Electrician (SVQ Level 3 Certificate in Electrical Installation or a nationally recognised equivalent).
• Certification in the 17th Edition Wiring Regulations (SCQF Level 6 Certificate in Wiring Regulations or a nationally recognised equivalent).

• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing qualification (SCQF Level 7 Certificate in Inspection and Testing or a nationally recognised equivalent).
• Good general knowledge of a variety of electrical systems and the ability to plan and execute works safely and efficiently.
• Experience of supervising and managing work within a property maintenance, construction, or building services environment.
• The ability to plan, organise, and deliver programmes within defined timescales with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge and understanding of current building legislation, electrical standards, health and safety requirements, and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
• A proactive approach to identifying and implementing service improvements and modernisation opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective working relationships with customers, contractors, employees, and elected members.
• A current, valid driving licence.

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Why Join Us?

We offer a range of benefits that support your work-life balance, wellbeing, and career development, including:

• A 9-day fortnight, working 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a rota day off every second Friday.
• The opportunity to participate in the Council's Out of Hours Emergency Service, attracting an additional payment.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your professional and career progression.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, providing free and confidential advice and support.
• Access to a staff benefits platform offering discounts with a wide range of UK retailers.
• The opportunity to work on significant, long-term investment programmes that will shape and improve homes, services, and communities for years to come.

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated and ambitious individuals looking to take the next step in their career and make a real difference within a forward-thinking Building Services team.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY