Electrical Installation Technician

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education provider in Sunderland is looking for an enthusiastic Electrical Installation Technician to inspire and support learners. You will mentor students, maintain high-quality equipment, and ensure they are ready for the industry. The ideal candidate should have an NVQ Level 2 in Electrical Installation and practical experience. This role offers competitive pay and benefits including 30 days holiday and pension enrollment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days paid holiday

Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Free onsite car parking

Qualifications

• Strong background in the electrical trade required.
• Industry experience in electrical installation or maintenance essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students and lecturers during practical sessions.
• Maintain tools and workshops to professional standards.
• Mentor learners to gain practical skills.
• Ensure safety compliance in all activities.
• Introduce latest technologies in electrical installation.

Skills

Electrical Installation

Mentoring

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 2 or above in Electrical Installation

Job description

Wiltshire College & University Centre have a great opportunity for an Electrical Installation Technician to join our team.

Electrical Installation Technician - The Role :

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Electrical Installation Technician to join our dedicated team.

If you have a strong background in the electrical trade and want to use your knowledge to inspire and support learners, this is your chance to make a lasting impact. You will work hands‑on in our workshops, mentoring students, maintaining high‑quality tools and equipment, and ensuring the next generation of electricians are industry‑ready.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone from the trade who enjoys practical work, teamwork, and seeing others succeed.

Key Responsibilities :

• Supporting Learning: Help students and lecturers during practical sessions, offering expert advice and technical guidance.
• Maintaining Workshops: Keep our tools, materials, and learning spaces safe, organised, and up to professional standards.
• Mentoring Learners: Share your industry know‑how, helping learners gain confidence and competence in their practical skills.
• Ensuring Safety: Uphold high standards of health, safety, and compliance in every activity.
• Driving Progress: Work with teaching staff to introduce the latest technologies and modern methods in electrical installation.

What we are looking for :

• An NVQ Level 2 or above in Electrical Installation or a related field.
• Industry experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or related field.

If you are ready to inspire and guide the next generation of electricians and want to be part of a dedicated educational community, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits :

Competitive salary

30 days paid holiday PLUS bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period.

Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Discounts with a wide variety of retailers.

Free onsite car parking.

Application Process :

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Electrical Installation Technician opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.

PLEASE NOTE :

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.