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Lead Electrician

The 79 Group are recruiting skilled, fully qualified experienced electricians to work within our electrical division. Applicants are expected to have a strong background in electrical works including installations, fault finding, maintenance, testing and repair.

79 Group are a turnkey MEP contractor based in Staverton, Gloucestershire, and work across the UK, delivering works within the retail / commercial / logistics and distribution centres.

Our respected clients see us deliver projects of various sizes and complexity across some of the most well-known & prestigious locations in the country.

Applicants Must:

• Be fully qualified to 17th or 18th edition and have a JIB Gold card or equivalent. Proof of qualifications must be shown at interview stage.
• Be available to work away from home and cover flexible working hours.
• Be a strong leader and offer experience to others to drive forward the workforce.
• Be able to fault find and rectify issues on site.

Desirable:

• Understand various wiring systems, ELV, Data and fire alarm.
• SMSTS / SSSTS
• IPAF
• Asbestos Awareness
• PASMA
• 2391 City and guilds

General Qualities:

• A good communicator, working as part of a team to provide a professional, efficient, and courteous service.
• Good time management
• Honest and accountable
• The ability to motivate themselves and others.
• Be able to take instruction, read drawings and specifications.
• Have the ability to work on own initiative and plan regular duties.
• Have a good understanding of general Health & Safety working practices.
  
  The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary, pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, company vehicle, fuel card, overtime, PPE and workwear.

Closing date is 30th April 2021

Contact

Darryl Jackson

e:darryl.jackson@79group.co.uk

01452 714391

79 Group is a MEP contracting and lighting manufacture business who provide a complete mechanical, electrical and public health installation service for a range of industries.  

Job Description:

The Design Manager role is a challenging, varying and rewarding opportunity. No two days will be the same and if you enjoy working in a passionate team this role could be for you.

The role presents exciting future career developments as the company grows. We are seeking someone who is committed, driven and enjoys working within a small team to support the company’s growth. 

Job Type:

• Full-time with competitive salary
• Company car
• Performance related bonus
• Reasonable expenses

Typical Daily Duties:

• Managing the whole design process for all projects from pre-construction to working drawings.
• Use of AUTOCAD and BIM software to create technical based MEP designs.
• Regular liaison with clients to manage expectations and design deadlines.
• Meeting with clients onsite and via video streams.
• Preparing designs from concept through to construction.
• Managing internal designer and outsourcing of designs when required
• Supporting Pre-Construction team administration for design and build projects.
• Keeping OfficeNet (Business Operating System) updated with current dwg issues.
• Helping collate information and proposal documentation for tender submittals.
• Visiting current and prospective jobs to conduct surveys.

Attributes:

• Must be proactive, committed and hardworking
• Have a positive attitude to work and contribute enthusiasm to a team based environment
• Vital to enjoy and be able to work within and as part of a very passionate team
• Show understanding and have the ability to apply themselves working under pressure to meet deadlines
• Show flexibility and initiative within the role
• Communication skills are key
• High attention to detail

Key Skills:

• AutoCAD trained & experience with Revit and Navisworks software preferable
• Microsoft office experience
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Administrative experience beneficial 
• Customer care and communication skills imperative
• Attention to detail

Send applications including CV to;

Darryl Jackson
General Manager
e: darryl.jackson@79group.co.uk

Closing date 30th April 2021

79 Group are a turnkey MEP contractor & lighting manufacturer based in Staverton, Gloucestershire with a northern regional office in West Yorkshire, Huddersfield, and work across the UK. Check us out at www.79group.co.uk

Our respected clients depend on us to deliver projects of various sizes and complexity across some of the most well-known & prestigious locations in the country.

Our comprehensive services include mechanical, electrical, & public health supply and installation, primarily in retail, industrial, commercial, banking, hospitality, and leisure. With the role initially within our logistics and distribution team.

With continued sustainable growth, we are currently recruiting for an Electrical Site Manager (logistics and Distribution) – to be based at our Regional office in Huddersfield.

Role Description:

The key role of Electrical Site Manager is a challenging & rewarding opportunity offering great variety. No two days will be the same, and if you enjoy working in a passionate team this role could be for you.

The position presents exciting future career development potential as the company evolves & grows. We are seeking someone who is committed, driven and enjoys working within a small team to support the company’s growth & success. 

Position: Electrical Site Manager

• Full-time with competitive salary - £ 32,500 - £ 38,000 per annum based on 40-hour standard week.
• Paid Overtime
• Company Van Provided
• Reasonable expenses
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• 25 Days Holiday Per annum + Statutory leave

Typical Daily Duties:

• Managing on site team and coordinating workload
• Daily reports into the Project Manager
• Health and safety checks and reports
• Coordination with other trades
• Managing designs from concept through to construction.
• Managing materials orders and on-site storage
• Daily on-site meeting and toolbox talks
• Compliancy to current wiring and building regulations.
• Offering guidance to junior members of the team.

Attributes:

• Must be proactive, committed, and hardworking.
• Have a positive attitude to work and contribute enthusiasm to a team-based environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Show understanding and have the ability to apply themselves working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Show flexibility and initiative within the role
• High attention to detail

Key Skills:

• City and Guilds Test and Inspection
• IEE wiring regulations 18^th
• SSSTS / SMSTS preferable - training provided.
• Completed NVQ Level 3 electro technical.
• PASMA / IPAF trained – training provided.

Contact

Darryl Jackson

e:darryl.jackson@79group.co.uk

01452 714391

79 Group are a turnkey MEP contractor & lighting manufacturer based in Staverton, Gloucestershire and work across the UK.

Our respected clients depend on us to deliver projects of various sizes and complexity across some of the most well-known & prestigious locations in the country.

79’s comprehensive services include mechanical, electrical, & public health supply and installation, primarily in retail, industrial, commercial, banking, hospitality and leisure.

With continued sustainable growth, we are currently recruiting for several positions, one being an M&E ESTIMATOR

Role Description:

The key role of Mechanical & Electrical Estimator is a challenging & rewarding opportunity offering great variety. No two days will be the same, and if you enjoy working in a passionate team this role could be for you.

The position presents exciting future career development potential as the company evolves & grows. We are seeking someone who is committed, driven and enjoys working within a small team to support the company’s growth & success. 

Position: M&E Estimator

• Full-time with competitive salary - £ 32000 - £ 37500 per annum
• Performance related bonus
• Reasonable expenses
• Use of company pool car for business related travel
• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays

Typical Daily Duties:

• compiling bids for work 
• calculating the cost of materials, transport, labour accommodation and equipment hire 
• obtaining quotes for all predicted requirements from sub-contractors and suppliers 

• collating detailed price lists of everything needed on each project 
• clarifying the client's needs and expectations 
• reading drawings and taking measurements 
• making use of relevant computer software such as Excel, Word and Autodesk DWG
• assessing and adhering to all risk assessments and health and safety requirements 
• keeping up to date with inflation, exchange rates and projected timescale costs 
• making visits to proposed construction sites
• liaising with others including pre-con managers, project managers and design teams  
• completing work quality submissions 
• preparing and submitting quotations for work. 

Attributes:

• Must be proactive, committed and hardworking
• Have a positive attitude to work and contribute enthusiasm to a team based environment
• Vital to enjoy and be able to work within and as part of a very passionate team
• Show understanding and have the ability to apply themselves working under pressure to meet deadlines
• Show flexibility and initiative within the role
• Communication skills are key
• High attention to detail

Key Skills:

• Mechanical and electrical experience would be a distinct advantage
• Experience with AutoCAD and estimating software packages
• Microsoft office experience
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Administrative experience beneficial 
• Customer care and communication skills imperative

Contact

Darryl Jackson

e:darryl.jackson@79group.co.uk

01452 714391