Electrical Installation Engineer

Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited; Tetford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime opportunities

Accommodation & travel covered

Training & development

Career progression

Equipment provided

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited is seeking an Electrical Installation Engineer for full-time, permanent work across the UK. The role involves hands-on electrical installations, fault-finding, and commissioning in diverse environments, with regular travel and site-based tasks.

The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent), solid experience reading electrical drawings, and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent is required.
• Proven experience in electrical installation and cable termination.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Strong fault-finding skills are essential.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel/stay away.

Responsibilities

• Installation of electrical control panels and cable management systems.
• Running, glanding, and terminating power, control, and data cabling.
• Working from electrical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate installation.
• Assisting with fault-finding and commissioning activities.
• Collaborating with engineers, internal teams, and on-site trades.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and workmanship.

Skills

Electrical installation

Cable termination

Reading electrical drawings

Fault finding

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Tools

IPAF card

PASMA card

ECS card

Job description

Electrical Installation Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Electrical Installation Engineer to join a growing engineering team, delivering high-quality electrical installations across a range of projects throughout the UK.

This is a hands-on position offering varied and technically interesting work in unique environments. It is well suited to someone who enjoys working on-site, solving problems, and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.

Full-Time | Permanent | Thetford

Key Responsibilities

• Installation of electrical control panels and cabe management systems


• Running, glanding, and terminating power, control, and data cabling


• Working from electrical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate installation


• Assisting with fault-finding and commissioning activities where required


• Collaborating with engineers, internal teams, and on-site trades


• Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and workmanship

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)


• Proven experience in electrical installation and cable termination


• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings


• Strong fault-finding skills


• Full UK driving licence


• Willingness to travel and work away during the week

Desirable Skills & Experience

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations


• Experience with control systems or automation


• IPAF, PASMA, or ECS card


• Experience working in specialist or technically demanding environments

Travel & Working Away

This role involves regular travel across the UK. You will typically work away during the week and return home towards the end of the week.

All accommodation and expenses are fully covered.

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate (£18-£20 depending on experience)


• Regular overtime opportunities


• Weekly tax-free living allowance


• Fully covered accommodation and travel expenses


• Ongoing training and development opportunities


• Varied and interesting project work nationwide


• Supportive, team-focused working environment


• Clear opportunities for career progression


• Company-provided equipment and benefits package