Electrical and Data Infrastructure Engineer

Durham University, United Kingdom

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Durham, ENGLAND
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Electrical and Data Infrastructure Engineer (
Job Number:
 21001162)
Estates and Facilities
Grade 7: - Competitive
Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time
Contracted Hours per Week: 35
Closing Date
: 12-Oct-2021, 6:59:00 PM 

Job Family: Estates and Information Infrastructure Services

Job Title:                             Electrical and Data Infrastructure Engineer

Department:                        Estates and Facilities

                                            Projects and Infrastructure

Responsible to:                  Head of Engineering Services

Grade:                                Grade 7

Salary range:                     Competitive

Contract type:                    Permanent

Working arrangements:    Nominal 35 hours - Full Time

When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.

The Department and role purpose   


The Estates and Facilities Department provides a number of essential services to Durham University and is responsible for managing, maintaining and developing the infrastructure and building fabric of the various campuses, including:

•    maintaining and regularly reviewing a maintenance programme which takes account of short, medium and long term needs of all buildings and University grounds;
•    implementing the works identified and funded within the various maintenance programmes and operating a system for dealing with day-to day requirements, including the provision of an out-of-hours emergency service;
•    providing a professional, technical service to the University for the design, construction and procurement of new buildings and adaptation works to existing buildings;
•    identifying and recording the use of space and advising on ways of increasing space utilisation;
•    procuring and managing utilities and services;
•    providing postal, delivery and security arrangements and advice to the University;
•    the delivery of a wide-range of customer-facing services, including: Contract Management; Continuous Improvement; Housekeeping and Cleaning, Business Resilience, Event Management; Reception Helpdesk; Business Support; Health and Safety; and Management Information.
•    Property and Asset Management
•    Acquisition and disposal of built environment related assets


The Electrical and Data Infrastructure Engineer will deliver a professional, customer-focussed engineering support service to all stakeholders and facilitate the provision of an effective, efficient and reliable electrical and data infrastructure specific to the needs of the University.


Core responsibilities:
 
•    Influence, develop and Iimplement changes to the electrical/data services design processes, techniques and deliverables to ensure the required design philosophy and intent are achieved design and development of service processes, techniques and deliverables for one or more service strands or project streams.
•    Provide specialist expertise and support with the collection of complexity of data and information sourcesand, interpretation and analysis, in relation to electrical buildings services, engineering and IT data installations.
•    Contribute to development of operational service standards and activities to ensure excellence in the stakeholder experience.
•    Collect and analyse stakeholder feedback to help define needs and requirements; translating stakeholder requirements into high quality schemes influencing design and planning decisions on electricalof building services and data installations to achieve objectives.
•    Internal and external relationship development and partnership working, networking and participation to engage and influence future services and the University reputation.
•    Identify and design activities to meet learning objectives and outcomes.
•    Deliver training, teaching and/or development delivery for stakeholders.
•    Maintain an awareness of current policy for University business goals such as widening participation and access, and provision of advice using specialist knowledge.
•    Contribute to and lead business meetings, working groups and sub-committees at departmental and operational service levels.
    Responsible for managing small budgets for consumables and some capital items, keeping records and processing invoices. 
 
Role responsibilities:
 
•    Responsible for managing electrical maintenance, improvement and new installation projects from inception to completion.
•    Responsible for developing electrical infrastructure strategies and the effective management of IT data installation works ensuring that all work processes are carried out in accordance with approved procedures and specifications  to the required cost/quality standards which satisfy end user requirements.    
•    Actively participate in all stages of the design development process on capital, minor and refurbishment projects to ensure the required design philosophy, system integration and quality standards for the electrical and data engineering services are realised.
•    Provide management for the delivery of high-quality estates and infrastructure support services across the University.
•    Promote and foster positive and highly collaborative approaches to problem solving and project implementation, helping to motivate, mentor and coach project team members; keeping abreast of legislation, approved codes of practice, industry standards and best practice.
•    Act as a point of contact for service colleagues and stakeholders to interpret and resolve complex infrastructure, architecture and technical problems.
•    Make decisions about the nature and level of problem solving, physical and analytical tools, techniques and protocols to deliver project and service objectives, providing advice and making recommendations for resolutionas appropriate.
•    Collaborate with other specialists within the Service and across the University, regarding the use of modelling and analytical tools, methods and standards to deliver integrity and consistency with service delivery.
•    Schedule and monitor electrical design, maintenance and installation works, projects and work streams across the University.
•    Provide regular status reports on electrical building services/infrastructure and IT data installations and identify risk management and contingency planning to other service staff, specialists, users and managers.
•    Liaise with internal and external agencies, local authorities, industries and visitors, where appropriate.
•    Take responsibility for monitoring and updating risk assessments and safety procedures, providing guidance to others where necessary.
•    Develop, modify and optimise protocols and methodologies.
•    Monitor and report on the performance of electrical consultants, suppliers and IT contractors providing appropriate feedback to facilitate the review process and achieving optimum performance. 
•    Manage the University’s IT Data installation contractor’s framework, monitoring contractors performance to ensure optimum cost, quality control and service delivery standards are achieved. 
•    Develop and maintain the electrical aspects and assist with the IT structured cabling specifications in the University’s ‘Building Engineering Services Design Guidelines’ applying best practice principles to achieve optimal engineering design solutions.
•    Undertake the role of an Authorised Person Electrical Low Voltage (APLV) and to effectively implement Durham University’s Electrical Safety Rules and Procedures - appropriate training to be provided where necessary. 
•    Any other reasonable duties.
 
Specific role requirements
•    May be required to work evenings and weekends, as business demands.
•    Attend all training and CPD , as required.

Working Arrangements

At Durham we recognise that our staff and students are our greatest asset and we want to support the health and wellbeing of all.  Hybrid working supports this ethos and provides many benefits to our colleagues, including empowering people, where their role allows, to work in a manner which is more suitable for them, whilst encouraging our commitment to environmental sustainability.

Depending on the needs of the business and the job role, Durham University is piloting hybrid working for all Professional Services colleagues in the academic year 2021/2022, which may include the opportunity to work both on and off campus and to flex working hours.  If appointed to the post, your line-manager will discuss the specific arrangements with you.  Any hybrid arrangements are non-contractual and may change within the pilot and when the pilot ends.

Reward and Benefits

To support the delivery of the University's People Strategy to attract, retain and reward the very best, we offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits to our staff, including:

  • 30 days annual leave, plus 4 customary days and 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part time) and the option to purchase additional leave;
  • Automatic enrolment into a pension scheme;
  • Corporate and local discounts;
  • Wellbeing resources and discounted health benefits;
  • Health discounts on sports and activities at Maiden Castle Health and Activity Centre;
  • Reward and Recognition Schemes;
  • Personal and career development;
  • And SO much more, with further information available here

How to apply 
 
We prefer to receive applications online.
Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement https://www.dur.ac.uk/ig/dp/privacy/pnjobapplicants/ which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data.
 
What you are required to submit
 
1. A CV; 
2. A covering letter which details your experience, strengths and potential in all of the requirements set out in the Person Specification Essential criteria.
 
Please ensure that you submit all documentation listed above or your application cannot proceed to the next stage.
 
Contact details 
 
For further information please contact; [email protected]
 
At Durham University, our aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work.  We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
 
We will notify you on the status of your application at various points throughout the selection process, via automated emails from our e-recruitment system.  Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to ensure you receive all emails.
 


Person Specification
 
Essential Criteria
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to develop excellent working relationships both internally and externally. 
  • Proven IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office.
  • HNC/D in a building services/engineering related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • Hold or working towards full membership of a relevant professional institute i.e. CIBSE, IET
  • Sound technical knowledge in the design, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical engineering building services. 
  • Experience in an electrical supervisory, technical manager or design engineering role  
  • Experience in project management and contract administration
  • Regulatory, local and national professional knowledge and experience of compliance.
  • Experience of being able to network internally and externally effectively and develop strong and productive working relationships.
  • Ability to solve problems and resolve issues, plan solutions and make pragmatic decisions.
  • Experience of delivering and developing specialist services for buildings, estates, services, or IT provision.
  • Ability to deliver infrastructure projects.
  • Health and safety compliance knowledge.
  • Knowledge and experience of ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational policy and guidelines.   
  • A responsible and responsive attitude to workload, able to respond quickly and efficiently to a wide range of stakeholder queries.
  • Competent at formulating and writing technical reports with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders and professionals at all levels.
  • Ability to work efficiently using own initiative and as part of a coherent effective team.
  • Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues.
  • Experience of implementing policy and procedures and involvement with future changes for a service area.
  • Experience of procuring works and managing project/design teams on capital and revenue projects

    • Desirable Criteria

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline.
  • A good understanding and working knowledge of high voltage distribution/networks.
  • Experience of developing ICT structured cabling specifications and its application in managing IT data installations.
  • Conversant with developments in sustainability with experience of developing and delivering low energy strategies.

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    DBS Requirement: Not Applicable.

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