Electrical Engineer

David Leslie Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable electrical services contractor in East London is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer. Responsibilities include planned and reactive maintenance across commercial and domestic sites, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience and relevant qualifications, providing a great opportunity for career development. This role offers a competitive salary with additional benefits including overtime and health cover.

Benefits

Company van

Fuel card

Health cover

Pension

24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as an Electrician or Electrical Engineer.
• Good working knowledge of current IET Wiring Regulations (18th Edition).
• Possession of a current ECS Card is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance across sites.
• Complete electrical tasks including installations and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Experience in electrical maintenance

Knowledge of IET Wiring Regulations

Strong problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Tools

EICR testing equipment

Electrical repair tools

Job description

Electrical Engineer (East London)

£41,000 - £43,000 + Overtime available at Enhanced Rates + Company Van, Fuel Card, Phone, Laptop, Tools, Health Cover, Pension, and 24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

About the Company

Established over 50 years ago, this East London-based contractor is a respected name in Electrical and Security Services. With a turnover exceeding £10m and a consistent pipeline of work, they have built a strong reputation for reliability, technical excellence, and long-standing client relationships across commercial, industrial, and public sector environments. Their supportive, hands‑on culture and continued investment in staff development make this a great place to build a long‑term career.

The Opportunity

Due to continued demand across a portfolio of maintenance contracts, we are looking for a dependable and experienced Electrical Engineer to join the team. The role is primarily based on a key contract in East London, with occasional travel to surrounding sites across Greater London.

You will be responsible for a broad range of planned and reactive electrical maintenance tasks across both commercial and domestic properties, from lighting repairs and distribution board changes to EICR testing and remedials. This position would suit an experienced Electrician or Electrical Engineer who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and values consistency, reliability, and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance across commercial and domestic sites
• Complete a range of electrical tasks including installations, repairs, EICR testing, and remedials
• Follow scheduled maintenance programmes and report to your Supervisor
• Participate in a shared on‑call rota for urgent callouts
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience as an Electrician or Electrical Engineer across domestic and commercial environments
• Good working knowledge of current IET Wiring Regulations (18th Edition)
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) via apprenticeship or similar route
• Current ECS Card
• Full UK driving licence