Electrician - Property Maintenance & Regeneration

Belfast Zoo; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

There is currently one permanent, full-time post.

As Roman Catholics and females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

As young people under the age of 35, people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

You will be responsible to the Working Trades and Services Supervisor (Electrical) and other appropriate officers for the undertaking of electrical work as directed within the Property Maintenance Service, either individually or as part of a team.

About You

About the department

The Property and Projects Department oversees the council’s capital investment programmes, which include more than 200 live projects valued at over £200 million. Key responsibilities include:

• Project Management Unit– Operating the Portfolio Office, ensuring the effective delivery of capital projects.
• Estates Management Unit– Managing council land, property assets, and investment portfolios, supporting urban regeneration.
• Programme Delivery Unit – Leading the design, construction, and delivery of physical regeneration projects.
• Property Maintenance Unit– Ensuring council buildings remain legally compliant, safe, and fit for purpose.

This department plays a pivotal role in shaping Belfast’s built environment, ensuring council assets are strategically developed and maintained to support the city’s growth.