Approved Electrician

March; Great Barton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

JIB pay rate minimum

Permanent full-time position

25 days annual leave plus Bank Hols

Excellent Pension

Ongoing training and career paths

Wellbeing support

Career progression opportunities

Flex benefits portal

Job summary

MARCH is seeking an experienced JIB Approved Electrician for a permanent on-site role in Bury St Edmunds. You will perform installation, maintenance, inspection and testing across commercial and industrial environments, working with drawings, regulations and RAMS.

The role requires a solid track record, ESCP Health & Safety certification, and a willingness to mentor apprentices while ensuring high standards and customer service on site.

Qualifications

• JIB Approved Electrician status with a valid ECS Gold Card.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing and commissioning to a high standard.
• Install, terminate and connect electrical equipment, containment systems, distribution boards and wiring.
• Work from drawings, schematics and site instructions to complete works accurately and efficiently.
• Carry out fault diagnosis, rectification and planned or reactive maintenance tasks.
• Undertake inspection and testing duties in line with competency and project requirements.
• Ensure all work complies with BS 7671, relevant standards, regulations and company procedures.
• Complete work safely and promote a positive health and safety culture on site.
• Record progress, materials used, test results and defects accurately.
• Support apprentices and less experienced operatives with guidance.
• Coordinate effectively with supervisors, other trades, subcontractors, clients and project team.

Skills

JIB Approved Electrician

ECS Gold Card

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 3

BS 7671 / 18th Edition qualification

AM2 / AM2S assessment

ECS Health, Safety & Environmental Assessment

Tools

ECS Gold Card

Job description

JIB Approved Electrician

St Edmunds

We are seeking an experienced JIB Approved Electrician to join our team in Bury St Edmunds. As a JIB Approved Electrician, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing and fault-finding works across commercial, industrial and project environments. Working closely with site supervisors, project managers, engineers, clients and other trades, you will ensure all electrical works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with current regulations, drawings, specifications and company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing and commissioning works to a high standard.
• Install, terminate and connect electrical equipment, containment systems, distribution boards, wiring systems and associated accessories.
• Work from electrical drawings, schematics, specifications and site instructions to complete works accurately and efficiently.
• Carry out fault diagnosis, rectification and planned or reactive maintenance tasks as required.
• Undertake inspection and testing duties in line with competency, authorisation and project requirements.
• Ensure all work complies with BS 7671, relevant British Standards, statutory requirements, site rules and company procedures.
• Complete work safely and promote a positive health and safety culture on site at all times.
• Carry out point-of-work risk assessments and follow RAMS, permits, isolations and safe systems of work.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, housekeeping, professionalism and customer service.
• Coordinate effectively with supervisors, other trades, subcontractors, clients and the wider project team.
• Record progress, materials used, test results, defects and any site issues accurately and promptly.
• Support apprentices, improvers and less experienced operatives where required by providing guidance and setting high working standards.

Skills, Experiences & Qualifications:

• JIB Approved Electrician status with a valid ECS Gold Card.
• Recognised electrical qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent competency-based qualification.
• Current BS 7671 Wiring Regulations qualification, including 18th Edition or the latest version in force.
• AM2, AM2S or recognised equivalent assessment, where applicable.
• Valid ECS Health, Safety and Environmental Assessment.
• Proven experience working as an electrician within commercial, industrial, construction, infrastructure or critical engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installation methods, containment, cabling, distribution systems, inspection, testing and fault finding.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, specifications and schedules.
• Good understanding of safe isolation, permits, RAMS and site-based health and safety requirements.
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a wider team.
• Full UK driving licence preferred, subject to role and project requirements.

What we offer

• JIB rates of pay minimum
• A permanent full-time position
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Excellent Pension
• Ongoing internal training and clear career development pathways
• A supportive employer committed to employee Wellbeing
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business
• Access to world leading employee flex benefits portal

About Us

We are MARCH. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.

Why March?

Progress is People.

MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team know.