Resident Engineer (Electrical)

Working at Twycross Zoo offers a rare opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a unique environment where no two days are the same. Wates Property Services is looking for a skilled Electrical Bias Resident Engineer to help maintain the safe, reliable operation of a world-class visitor attraction while supporting the welfare of animals, staff, and guests.

Location: Twycross Zoo, Atherstone, CV9 3PX
Company: Wates Property Services (WPS)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Bias Resident Engineer to join our Facilities Management team based exclusively at Twycross Zoo.

This resident role is ideal for a qualified electrical engineer who enjoys a varied workload and takes pride in delivering high-quality maintenance services. You will play a vital role in ensuring the zoo's electrical infrastructure and building services systems remain safe, compliant, and operational, helping to create an excellent environment for visitors, staff, and animals alike.

Working across a diverse estate, you'll undertake planned and reactive maintenance activities, support statutory compliance programmes, and contribute to the smooth running of a unique and engaging site.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance & Compliance

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive electrical repairs.
• Perform routine electrical inspection and testing activities.
• Support the Fixed Wire Testing (EICR) programme and complete remedial works where required.
• Conduct emergency lighting inspections and testing.
• Complete Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) activities.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults safely and efficiently.
• Undertake minor electrical installation and modification works.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and compliance documentation.
• Ensure all works are completed in line with current legislation and safe working practices.
• Escalate specialist electrical issues to approved contractors where necessary.

Building Services Support

• Support the maintenance of mechanical and building services systems across the estate.
• Assist with HVAC, heating, ventilation and water system maintenance.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and service requests.
• Identify defects and recommend appropriate repairs or improvements.
• Liaise with subcontractors, site teams and client representatives.
• Participate in an on-call rota and provide out-of-hours support when required.

What We're Looking For

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
• City & Guilds 2391, 2394/2395, or equivalent Test & Inspection qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Proven experience carrying out electrical maintenance within a commercial or Facilities Management environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation and safe systems of work.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Previous Facilities Management experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical building services.
• Experience working within public-facing environments.
• MEWP (3a & 3b) certification.
• PASMA certification.
• Latchway and Harness training certification.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. 

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting