Assistant Lead Electrician - Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden (WBSL)

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Your New Role

Are you a skilled electrician ready to make a difference? Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden is on the lookout for a confident and organized Assistant Lead Electrician to help maintain, modify, and install electrical systems across our iconic studio site.

In this hands-on role, you’ll support the Lead Electrician in managing a talented team of electricians and coordinating subcontractors. You’ll be the go-to person for monitoring productivity and ensuring safe working practices. Your responsibilities will include:

Your Role Accountabilities

• Plan, organize, and execute both planned and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Report progress and updates through various media outlets.
• Maintain accurate records, including compliance records and Planon updates.
• Monitor health and safety compliance, ensuring correct PPE is worn.
• Oversee the maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment for continuous operation.
• Operate and maintain mechanical systems via the BMS.
• Supervise and carry out small installation works and modifications.
• React to emergencies, implementing fixes to minimize downtime.
• Back-fill the Lead Electrician role when needed, managing in-house rotas and requests.
• Audit stock levels to ensure critical spares are always available.

Qualifications & Experiences

We’re looking for candidates who have:

• Experience with site plant equipment (training provided).
• Familiarity with trailers and forklifts (training provided).
• A working knowledge of industrial and commercial systems.
• Technological proficiency in Electrical and Automation systems.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS) (training provided).
• Full adherence to health and safety standards.
• The ability to interpret drawings and specifications for fault finding.
• A full UK driving license.

Aspirational Qualifications & Experiences

• Fully qualified ‘Approved Electrician’ with AM2 and City & Guilds 236-2 or equivalent.
• BS 7671 Electrical Wiring Regulations Accreditation.
• Awareness of Electricity Supply Regulations and the Electricity at Work Act.
• JIB/ECS card.
• 2391, inspecting and testing would be advantageous.
• NVQ Level 3.

Business Overview

Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden (WBSL) is a premier film and TV studio, boasting one of the largest facilities in the UK. Our purpose-built site features 20 sound stages, production offices, workshops, and an indoor water tank, along with an extensive backlot.

WBSL also includes Warner Bros. Set Lighting & Rigging, providing state-of-the-art lighting equipment and production supplies for shoots worldwide. Additionally, Warner Bros. De Lane Lea offers picture and sound post-production services right on site.

With modern office spaces, an on-site gym, café, and a bespoke childcare facility, WBSL is the perfect home for productions and has become the studio of choice for filmmakers globally.

Working Conditions

This role is advertised as Onsite, meaning all working hours will be carried out at the studio. Please note that WBD reserves the right to adjust this working agreement as necessary for business needs.

How We Get Things Done

At WBD, our guiding principles are the core values that shape our operations. We encourage you to explore these values and see how they resonate with you during the interview process.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer, considering qualified candidates based on merit, regardless of background.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and require adjustments during the application process, we are here to support you.