Approved Electrician

Robert Hurst Limited; Battle; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Battle is seeking an Approved Electrician for 1st and 2nd fix electrical installations in new-build residential flats. The role requires reading electrical drawings, installing various components, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a Gold Card and experience on residential sites. Competitive pay structure based on price per plot with long-term work and immediate start options available.

Qualifications

• Must have an Approved Electrician qualification.
• Experience on new-build residential sites is essential.
• Familiarity with BS 7671 (18th Edition) is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out 1st and 2nd fix electrical installations.
• Perform testing and compliance checks.
• Coordinate installation efforts with other trades.

Skills

Reading and interpreting electrical drawings

Installing electrical components

Testing and fault-finding

Coordinating with other trades

Education

Approved Electrician (Gold Card)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

Own tools and PPE

Job description

Job Overview

An Approved Electrician required to carry out 1st and 2nd fix electrical installations on new-build residential flats, working to drawings, specifications, and current wiring regulations. Work is paid on a price-per-plot / price-per-point basis with consistent work available.

Key Responsibilities

1st Fix Duties

• Reading and working from electrical drawings and specs
• Installing:
  • PVC conduit / twin & earth / FP cables
  • Back boxes (metal & plastic)
  • Cable containment (trunking, tray where required)
  • Fire alarm, data, TV, and door entry wiring
  • Drilling, chasing, and setting out to agreed standards
  • Ensuring cables are correctly labelled and protected
  • Coordinating with other trades on site

2nd Fix Duties

• Sockets, switches, and accessories
• Consumer units and final circuit connections
• Lighting fittings (including LED downlights)
• Smoke / heat detectors, Extractor fans and isolators
• Testing and fault-finding on own work
• Completing snagging to site standards
• Working to plot completion deadlines

Testing & Compliance

• Dead and live testing where required
• Minor Works Certificates / Installation Certificates
• Ensuring compliance with:
  • BS 7671 (18th Edition)
  • Site QA procedures
  • Building Control requirements

Requirements

• Approved Electrician (Gold Card)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Experience on new-build residential sites
• Own tools and PPE

Site Conditions

• Long-term work available
• Immediate start often available
• Monday-Friday (overtime sometimes available)

Pay

• This Is Price Work