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Approved Electrician

Job Description
Approved Electrician, Mobile, andpound;45k 65k ote, vehicle included, (andpound;22-24 paid door to door)andnbsp;Reading + overtime + call out Payment

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Approved Electrician to join a specialist engineering contractor delivering electrical installation and commissioning projects within the utilities and infrastructure sectors.

This Approved Electrician role offers the opportunity to work across a range of electrical installation, testing and commissioning activities, primarily within water utilities and other process-driven environments. The Approved Electrician will support multiple projects, ensuring electrical systems are installed safely, efficiently and in line with current regulations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out electrical installation work in accordance with BS7671 wiring regulations
  • Install, service and repair low voltage electrical control systems
  • Install and commission instrumentation systems, including pressure, level, temperature and flow devices
  • Read and interpret schematic drawings, electrical drawings and technical specifications
  • Diagnose electrical faults and carry out structured troubleshooting
  • Complete initial verification and periodic inspection and testing
  • Ensure electrical installations remain compliant with certification bodies such as NICEIC or ECA
  • Produce clear technical reports and documentation
  • Participate in a 24/7 call-out rota supporting reactive breakdown work
  • Follow company health and safety procedures and quality management systems
Essential Experience and Qualifications
  • Previous experience working as an Approved Electrician
  • Experience within water utilities, utilities infrastructure, or other process-driven industrial environments
  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
  • 18th Edition (BS7671)
  • City andamp; Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing
  • ECS Gold Card
  • Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Basic IT skills and ability to produce digital reports
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
  • Full UK driving licence
Desirable Experience
  • Water or wastewater sector experience
  • IPAF or PASMA
  • SSSTS
  • CompEx
What's on Offer
  • Salary up to andpound;45,000
  • Company vehicle
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Long service leave awards of up to 5 additional days
  • Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer contribution)
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme including:
    • 24-hour assistance line
    • Telephone counselling
    • Face-to-face counselling
    • Health and wellbeing advice
    • Standby payments
This Approved Electrician opportunity offers the chance to work across major utilities and infrastructure projects while continuing to develop technical expertise within a supportive engineering environment.

Apply today to learn more about this Approved Electrician role.