Approved Electrician

Wood Electrical Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood Electrical Ltd in Ipswich is seeking a full-time Approved Electrician to join our residential and commercial installation team. You will handle consumer unit upgrades, lighting improvements, fault finding, and maintenance on-site, with travel within the area when required.

You must hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) with testing certification, have a Full UK driving licence, and be comfortable documenting work accurately and communicating clearly with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic and commercial installations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults.
• Knowledge of current wiring regulations and safety standards.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent with testing certification.
• Excellent communication and customer-focused approach.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel within Ipswich area.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installations, upgrades, and maintenance for residential and commercial properties.
• Perform consumer unit changes and lighting improvements.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults on-site.
• Respond to emergency call-outs when required.
• Complete accurate documentation and reports.
• Communicate clearly with clients and team members to deliver reliable service.

Skills

Domestic installations

Commercial installations

Fault finding

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety knowledge

Record keeping

Customer communication

On-site independence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / Equivalent

Inspection & Testing Certification

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Company Description

Wood Electrical Ltd is a professional electrical contractor providing reliable services to residential and commercial clients in Ipswich and the surrounding areas. The company specializes in consumer unit upgrades, fault finding, new installations, emergency call outs, and lighting upgrades. Wood Electrical Ltd prioritizes safety, quality workmanship, and integrity in every project. Team members benefit from working on a diverse range of projects and staying current with best practices in electrical safety and installation standards.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Approved Electrician role based in Ipswich but needing to travel. The Approved Electrician will carry out electrical installations, upgrades, and maintenance for residential and commercial properties/buildings, including consumer unit changes and lighting improvements. Daily tasks include diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical faults, performing repairs, and ensuring all work complies with relevant regulations and safety standards. The role involves responding to emergency call outs when required, completing accurate documentation, and communicating clearly with clients and team members to deliver reliable, high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills in electricity and electrical work, with proven experience in domestic and commercial installations.
• Competence in maintenance & repair and troubleshooting to safely diagnose and resolve electrical issues.
• Foundational knowledge of electrical engineering principles relevant to installation and fault-finding work.
• Recognized electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent), with current inspection and testing certification Needed.
• Thorough understanding of current wiring regulations and electrical safety standards.
• Ability to work independently on-site, manage time effectively, and maintain accurate records of work completed.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, customer-focused approach.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within Ipswich and surrounding areas.