Commercial Electrician

Express Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for a full-time role in Plymouth. The successful candidate will work on diverse projects, including EV charging and solar systems, requiring 3+ years of experience as a qualified Electrician. Generous salary and benefits package includes overtime pay and allowances. Travel and accommodation will be covered for overnight stays.

Benefits

Fully equipped company van

Fuel card

Food & drink allowance

Pension scheme

Funded qualifications

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as a fully qualified Electrician.
• Strong commercial electrical background is essential.
• Solar and EV experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commercial electrical installations and maintenance.
• Work on projects including EV charging points and solar systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues efficiently.

Skills

Commercial electrical background

3+ years' experience as a fully qualified Electrician

Willingness to travel and work occasional nights away from home

Solar and EV experience preferred

Education

Full UK driving licence

AM2

ECS Black or Gold Card

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Inspection & Testing

Job description

Overview

Express Recruiting a respected and forward-thinking provider of nationwide electrical and energy solutions who are looking to recruit an Electrical Engineer to their growing team on a full-time, permanent basis.

The successful candidate will live within a 1.5 hour drive of Plymouth, with full training provided and excellent long-term progression opportunities. The organisation delivers high-quality projects across commercial electrical installations, EV charging and solar solutions across multiple sectors.

The role offers a salary of approximately £45,000 per annum depending on experience, with overtime at 1.5x after 6pm and on Saturdays, and 2x on Sundays. Travel and accommodation are covered for occasions when overnight stays are required. A fully equipped company van and fuel card are provided, along with a £25 food & drink allowance per overnight stay and a £30 uplift allowance for overnight trips. The package also includes Christmas shutdown, pension scheme, funded qualifications and 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Carry out commercial electrical installations, inspections, testing, and maintenance to industry standards
• Work on projects including EV charging points, solar systems, and general electrical infrastructure
• Follow technical drawings, regulations, and site-specific RAMS to ensure safe and compliant work
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues efficiently and accurately
• Collaborate with colleagues and other departments to deliver projects on time and to specification
• Attend head office weekly for meetings, van restocking and briefings
• Complete accurate job reports and safety documentation
• Travel to client sites between Tewkesbury and York, with occasional overnight stays

Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years' experience as a fully qualified Electrician
• Strong commercial electrical background
• Solar and EV experience preferred
• Willingness to travel and work occasional nights away from home
• Full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK

Certifications

• AM2
• ECS Black or Gold Card
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Inspection & Testing

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, exceeding expectations of candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations.

Vacancy Summary

• Hours: Full time; 40 hours per week; Overtime available
• Salary: approximately £45,000 per annum DOE + overtime pay + allowances
• Location: Plymouth
• Job Type: Full time; Field based; Permanent