Sodexo is hiring an Electrician (Electrical Maintenance Technician) in Dublin 7, Republic of Ireland, for its PPP/PFI contract at the Grangegorman campus of TU Dublin. The full-time, permanent role pays โฌ55,000 per annum plus Sodexo benefits, runs 39 hours per week and closes on 11 November 2026. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the full job description and set out every duty, requirement and benefit below.
Job Details at a Glance
๐ข Employer: Sodexo
๐ Job reference: SDX/TP/2322703/163375
๐ Location: Dublin 7, Republic of Ireland
๐ Job type: Full Time, 39 hours per week
๐ Contract: Full Time, Permanent
๐ถ Salary: โฌ55,000 per annum plus Sodexo Benefits
โณ Closing date: 11 November 2026
Who Sodexo Wants for This Role
Sodexo is looking for a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician with a strong electrical background and a good understanding of mechanical building services. The company describes the ideal hire as a motivated, multi-skilled technician ready to join its growing contract team.
The Grangegorman Campus Contract for TU Dublin
The position sits within Sodexo's growing PPP/PFI contract at the modern Grangegorman campus for TU Dublin. The job is presented as an opportunity to apply technical expertise in a dynamic building services environment, supporting the safe, compliant and efficient operation of campus facilities.
What the Job Involves Day to Day
The technician is responsible for planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault-finding and electrical installations, while also supporting mechanical systems and building management technologies. The role plays a key part in maintaining high standards of health and safety, compliance and service delivery.
Maintenance, Testing and Inspections
๐ ๏ธ Carry out planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance, fault-finding, repairs and periodic inspections across electrical and building services systems
๐ Undertake electrical testing, including Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), and support the safe operation of electrical installations
๐ก Maintain and troubleshoot general lighting, building controls, small power, electrical distribution and Building Management Systems (BMS)
Mechanical Building Services Support
๐ฅ Support the inspection and maintenance of mechanical building services, including boilers, pumps, compressed air systems, fan coil units, air handling units and sanitary equipment
Low-Voltage Installation Work
โก Lead and carry out low-voltage (LV) electrical installation works
โฑ๏ธ Ensure reactive and corrective maintenance tasks are completed within agreed priority timescales
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Compliance, Systems and Continuous Improvement
๐ Work in accordance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, manufacturer recommendations, health and safety requirements and contractual standards
๐ป Use Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems to receive, manage and update planned and reactive maintenance tasks
๐ Identify opportunities to improve system performance, maintenance processes and operational efficiency
๐ง Provide technical advice and practical solutions to support effective building maintenance
The Profile Sodexo Describes
Sodexo wants a practical, solutions-focused technician with strong electrical knowledge, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently while supporting the wider facilities team.
Essential Requirements: Cards and Qualifications
๐ชช You must have a craft card to be considered for this position
๐ A relevant electrical trade qualification, such as QQI, HND, NVQ or equivalent
๐ City & Guilds 2382 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations) or equivalent; City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent is desirable within the stated qualification criteria
๐ฆบ IOSH qualification, CSCS card, Safe Pass or equivalent
Essential Requirements: Experience
๐๏ธ Demonstrable experience in a similar electrical maintenance or building services engineering role
๐ฅ๏ธ Experience using a CAFM system
๐ข Experience working within a building maintenance organisation
๐ง Basic multi-skilled knowledge across mechanical and building services disciplines
Essential Requirements: Skills
๐๏ธ Strong organisational skills and the ability to coordinate workloads
๐ Excellent fault-finding, analytical and problem-solving abilities
๐ฃ๏ธ Good written and verbal communication skills
๐งญ The ability to prioritise tasks, work on your own initiative and operate with minimal supervision
Desirable Experience: Authorised or Competent Person Appointments
Previous appointment as an Authorised Person (AP) or Competent Person (CP) in one or more of the following disciplines is desirable:
๐ Low Voltage (LV)
๐ช Confined Spaces
๐ช Working at Heights
Why Sodexo
Sodexo says working with the company is more than a job and a chance to be part of something greater. Its pitch to candidates rests on three ideas:
๐ค Belong in a company and team that values you for you
๐ฏ Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions
๐ฑ Thrive in your own way
Perks, Rewards and Benefits
๐ง Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
๐ An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
๐ฉบ Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
๐๏ธ Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family)
๐ฆ Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
๐ Opportunities to grow and succeed throughout your career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
๐ฒ Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
๐ Sodexo UK and Ireland's enhanced benefits and leave policies
About Sodexo
Sodexo's stated purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, it operates in 55 countries and serves over 100 million consumers each day through its combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
Inclusion and Disability Confident Commitments
Sodexo describes itself as an inclusive employer and a forces friendly employer, welcoming applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. Employees are encouraged to get involved with Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.
The company is a Disability Confident Leader employer and runs a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Early Closing Notice
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if it receives a high number of applications, so applying well before the closing date is the safer choice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Sodexo Electrician job in Dublin?
The listing states a salary of โฌ55,000 per annum plus Sodexo benefits. The role is full time at 39 hours per week on a permanent contract.
Where exactly is the job based?
The role is based in Dublin 7, Republic of Ireland, on Sodexo's PPP/PFI contract at the Grangegorman campus for TU Dublin.
Is a craft card required for this Electrician position?
Yes. Sodexo states that you must have a craft card to be considered for this position, alongside a relevant electrical trade qualification such as QQI, HND, NVQ or equivalent.
Which safety and wiring certificates does Sodexo ask for?
Applicants need City & Guilds 2382 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations) or equivalent, plus an IOSH qualification, CSCS card, Safe Pass or equivalent. City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent is listed as desirable.
Does the role cover mechanical systems as well as electrical work?
Yes. Alongside electrical maintenance, testing and LV installation, the technician supports the inspection and maintenance of boilers, pumps, compressed air systems, fan coil units, air handling units and sanitary equipment.
What experience gives an applicant an advantage?
Previous appointment as an Authorised Person (AP) or Competent Person (CP) in Low Voltage (LV), Confined Spaces or Working at Heights is listed as desirable experience.
What is the job reference and closing date?
The job reference is SDX/TP/2322703/163375 and the closing date is 11 November 2026. Sodexo may close the advert early if it receives a high number of applications.
Deadline
โณ 11 November 2026
Link
Apply online: https://community.sodexojobs.co.uk/members/?j=163375
