Job Description

Job Title:

Electrician Supervisor

PP-SRS-GRD:

WS-2805-06

Location:

RAF Lakenheath

Vacancy Number

992046

Open Date:

26 Sep 25

Close Date

10 Oct 25

Work Hours Per Week

39.00

Salary (Per Hour)

19.88-21.73

Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections may be made

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of at the , Royal Air Force (RAF) , United Kingdom.

What will be your primary role?

The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive technical and administrative supervision over subordinate supervisors and workers engaged in the installation, repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various electrical systems, controls, and equipment. This involves planning the utilization of personnel, equipment, facilities, and materials on a regular basis to meet established deadlines and priorities set by higher-level supervisors. The role includes assigning work, providing technical direction and assistance, investigating work-related issues to improve efficiency, and administering performance management, including development plans and constructive feedback.

Furthermore, the position is responsible for fostering a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, and ensuring employee education and compliance with all security, safety, and health directives.

For specific qualification requirements for this position, you can visit:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-2800

We offer fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary:

the starting salary for this position is 19.88 per hour

Holiday:

25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Pension Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Employee extras such as:

Life Assurance scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Specialized Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities, Receive time off, cash, and honorary awards for significant contributions

Overview of our mission

U.S. Air Forces in Europe - United Kingdom (USAFE-UK), a forward detachment of USAFE, is headquartered at RAF Mildenhall, England a premier employer of over 1,200 local national employees with a right to work in the United Kingdom. Our jobs ranging from Administrative; Logistics; Trade and Labor (Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrician, plumbers, and general Maintenance); Civil Engineers, Lawyers, Doctors and Administrative and Management positions. The organization further serves as the focal point for overseas negotiations with His Majesty's government on a wide range of issues. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

As the U.S. Air Forces in Europe's only fourth and fifth-generation fighter wing, RAF Lakenheath brings unique air combat capabilities to the fight, such as the most advanced Joint Direct Attack Munitions used by the F-35A & F-15E. RAF Lakenheath provides all-weather, day or night air superiority and air-to-ground precision combat capability and multi-staged improvement program avionics. Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, is located 70 miles northeast of London and 25 miles northeast of Cambridge. The Liberty Wing consists of more than 4,000 military members, over 1,500 British and U.S. civilians and includes a geographically separated unit at nearby RAF Feltwell. RAF Lakenheath is the largest U.S. Air Force-operated base in England and the only U.S. Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) F-35/F-15 fighter wing. Historically, the 48th FW has been the foundation of USAFE's combat capability and remains so today. The Liberty Wing led the El Dorado Canyon raids into Libya in 1986 and was the first F-111 fighter unit to deploy to the Gulf during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The Liberty Wing also anchored NATO forces during Operations Deliberate Force and Allied Force. Since September 11, 2001, the 48th FW has played a key role in antiterrorism operations, flying combat missions and providing combat support in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.

What are the Key Skills required for this role?

1. Knowledge of a wide range of principles, processes, and techniques of trade(s) and/or craft(s) supervised and personnel management policies, practices, and procedures, including sexual harassment and Equal Employment Opportunity/ Equal Employment Treatment.

2. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.

3. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and instruments used in shop and trade practices, and of electrical equipment, i.e., test lamps, multimeters, circuit analyzers, circuit breaker testers, voltage recording meters, meggers, watt meters, ohmmeters, and ammeters.

4. Knowledge of the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, equipment, and precision measuring and /or test equipment common to trades supervised.

5. Ability to use electrical drawings, blueprints, engineering drawings, and wiring diagrams to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain various electrical systems, controls, and equipment without more than normal supervision.

6. Ability to plan and organize work assignments to include determining resources required to accomplish mission.

7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

What are the conditions of employment for this role?

1. You will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules and regulations.

2. You may be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft and you may also be required to travel to the US or other country, in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training, this position may also be coded as mission essential.

3. You will be required to complete a 6-month probationary period.

4. Overtime may be required.

5. You may be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.

6. Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

7. Shift work may be required.

8. Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.

9. Required to possess a valid CAT B driver's license in order to drive a motor vehicle to and from work sites. A flight line driving license is also required and will be issued upon employment.

10. Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Emergency overtime may be required.

11. May work with hazardous materials such as asbestos or accumulated waste. Employee will be required to wear protective clothing and gear on these occasions.

12. Required to maintain appropriate certifications in accordance with US and UK industry standards.

13. May be required to travel away from normal duty station for TDY or training as directed by management, sometimes on short notice and including overnight stays, traveling by military or commercial aircraft or by any other designated means.

14. Your hours of work will be 39 hours per week on a Fixed Schedule (Mon-Fri 0730-1630) where start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with the organization's flexible working policies

Qualification requirements:

Must possess a City & Guilds/ NVQ level 3 Award in the requirements electrical installations BS 7671 18th Edition Regulation Must also possess a City and Guilds/NVQ Level 3 Award in an appropriate discipline, i.e Inspection, Testing & Certification of Electrical Installations City & Guilds 2391.
- Must have a valid CAT B driving license.

NOTE:

You will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.

This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens including US dual nationals due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

LNDH Application

Supporting Documents to be submitted via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,316.64-44,068.44 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 992046