Electrical Engineer

Islington Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Local government pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

London living wage

Job summary

Islington Council is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead cyclical replacement projects across a large residential social housing stock. You will deliver critical electrical installations and upgrades, including emergency lighting, door entry, CCTV, and distribution networks.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring safety, quality and compliance while contributing to long-term asset plans. This role requires strong reporting, communication, and independence.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the electrical industry, especially contracting or consultancy.
• Strong commercial awareness and professional credibility.
• Solid understanding of electrical regulations and standards.
• Commitment to Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• Ability to produce clear, detailed technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of cyclical replacement electrical projects across residential social housing stock (approx. 2,500 block buildings; 30,000+ dwellings).
• Oversee projects including Emergency Lighting, Door Entry, CCTV & Security, Lateral Supplies, Electrical Mains Distribution, and Estate Lighting.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders; contribute to a five-year asset management and capital improvement plan.

Skills

Electrical contracting

Commercial awareness

Regulations & standards

CPD

Technical reporting

Communication & stakeholders

Computer literacy

Customer care

Job description

About The Role

As the electrical engineer you will be joining a robust and professional team of electrical engineers working in the residential social housing sector responsible for cyclical replacement of electrical services to a building stock of approx. 2,500 residential block buildings to over 30,000 dwellings and homes. You will join a team of highly skilled Building Services professionals. You must be computer literate and have experience in producing technical reports that can be shared with the wider team. You must have experience working in electrical contracting or consultancy demonstrating skill and knowledge relevant to the electrical social housing sector. Selection by interview and test.

About the Role

As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll play a key role in leading on the delivery of a wide range of cyclical replacement electrical projects across our residential social housing stock, which includes approx. 2,500 block buildings and over 30,000 dwellings. Projects include:

• Emergency Lighting Systems
• Door Entry Installations
• CCTV & Security Infrastructure
• Lateral Supplies
• Electrical Mains Distribution
• Column Estate Lighting

You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. You’ll also contribute to the development of a five-year asset management and capital improvement plan through proactive asset data gathering.

What We're Looking For

• Significant experience in the electrical technical industry, particularly within contracting or consultancy
• Strong commercial awareness and professional credibility
• Solid understanding of electrical regulations and standards
• Demonstrated commitment to Continued Professional Development (CPD)
• Ability to produce clear, detailed technical reports
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Computer literacy and ability to work independently
• Commitment to outstanding customer care and service delivery

Why Join Us?

At Islington, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact. You’ll contribute to meaningful projects that improve lives and shape the future of our housing infrastructure.

Benefits Include:

• Flexible working arrangements
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Local government pension scheme
• Discounted leisure centre memberships
• Cycle-to-work scheme

Selection by interview and test.

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn't be clearer: we serve. It's in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out 'CARE', which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone's identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Pre-Employment Checks

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Wesley Carlisle-Goldthorpe

Email: [email protected]

Phone Number: 07710 764 812

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.