Electrical Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Infrastructure Engineer to manage installation, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage electrical pylons and related telecoms infrastructure. The role demands expertise in compliance with safety regulations, strong teamwork, and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions. Candidates should hold NVQ Level 3 or higher in Electrical Engineering and possess excellent fault-finding skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working on overhead lines or utility infrastructure.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Climbing certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain high-voltage and low-voltage equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections of electrical and telecoms equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults safely.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Teamwork capability

Comfortable working at height

Education

NVQ Level 3 or higher in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

LB424 - Electrical Infrastructure Engineer

Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 DOE

Location: Stockport

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Electrical Infrastructure Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of high-voltage electrical pylons, overhead line equipment, and telecoms infrastructure across multiple sites.

The role focuses on ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of electrical and communications networks that support both public and private sector customers.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel; however, all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out installation, testing, maintenance and repair of high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) equipment on electrical pylons and associated structures.
• Conduct routine inspections of overhead lines, telecoms masts, cabinets, and related equipment.
• Diagnose electrical faults and complete corrective actions in a safe and timely manner.
• Install and commission telecoms equipment including antennas, microwave links, fibre termination boxes and cable routing.
• Ensure all work complies with Electricity at Work Regulations, company procedures, and industry safety standards.
• Maintain detailed records, testing certificates and maintenance reports.
• Support project engineers in the planning and delivery of infrastructure upgrades.
• Liaise with network operators, contractors and clients to provide technical assistance.
• Ensure correct use and upkeep of climbing gear, PPE, tools and electrical testing instruments.
• Participate in standby and call-out rota as required.
• Work as part of a field engineering team and assist junior engineers or technicians when needed.
• Represent the organisation professionally across all customer and site interactions.

Skills and Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or higher in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience working on overhead lines, electrical pylons, telecoms masts, or utility infrastructure.
• Comfortable working at height (climbing certification advantageous).
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Computer literate with good reporting and documentation skills.
• Professional and positive attitude with strong teamwork capability.