Vacancy
Electrician
We're recruiting an Electrician to join our Property team, supporting the maintenance and preservation of our iconic building.About the Property teamOur Property team is responsible for the care, safety, and long term sustainability of the St Paul’s Cathedral estate, including the Cathedral itself, the School, Chapter House, nearby Amen Court and, when required, the Tillingham Estate in Essex. The roleAs our Electrician, you'll ensure electrical safety and compliance across these historic and operational spaces, enabling worship, visitor activities, learning and daily operational life to continue smoothly and safely.In this vital role, you will:ensure electrical systems across the estate comply with current regulations and safety standardsmaintain accurate compliance documentation including Part P certificationrespond to reactive maintenance needs and undertake preventative electrical maintenancelead and deliver minor electrical projects, including ordering materials and coordinating tradessupport ongoing planning for future electrical system renewalmaintain tools, parts, and equipment, ensuring correct storage and upkeepwork collaboratively with colleagues and external contractors, ensuring minimal disruption to Cathedral activitiesWho we're looking forWe're looking for someone who has:a City & Guilds 2382-22 – 18th Edition qualificationC&G 2391-52 Inspection and Testing qualificationexperience in electrical installation, maintenance and project deliverystrong problem-solving skills with a proactive, can-do attitudethe ability to interpret technical drawings and specificationsexperience using CAFM systems (for example, Vision Pro) but training will be provided if neededgood interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively across a busy organisationflexibility to support major services and events, including working at height and occasional overtimeappreciation of the unique needs of a historic and sacred building
The successful applicant will also be expected to share in our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.In return you’ll find we are a welcoming place to work and we each take responsibility for our part in the Cathedral’s work, looking after St Paul’s for the next generation. Our annual holiday allowance is 25 days plus bank holidaysOur pension scheme allows for up to 7.5% employer contributionAnd as you might expect we have life assurance of four times basic salary and an employee assistance programmeWe are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of United Kingdom Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage, women, and disabled people are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase our representation. The closing date for applications is 11.59 pm, Sunday 4th January 2026.Interviews and assessments will take place on the 22nd January 2026. We're recruiting for the role of Electrician, to join our Property team, supporting the maintenance and preservation of our iconic building.