Electrical Service Engineer

Adaptive Careers; Scotland; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing technical services business in Scotland is seeking an Electrical Service Engineer for a field-based position. The role involves maintenance, fault-finding, and installation of electrical systems across industrial and educational sites. Candidates should have a recognized electrical apprenticeship and strong fault-finding experience. This position offers a permanent contract, competitive salary, and numerous benefits including a fully expensed company van.

Benefits

Fully expensed company van

Mobile phone and tablet provided

All tools and test equipment provided

Travel and accommodation covered for projects

Overtime opportunities available

Qualifications

• Post-apprenticeship experience preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Strong practical background in electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on electrical systems.
• Diagnose, repair, and test electrical faults.
• Install and commission new or upgraded systems.
• Complete service reports ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Work independently and with colleagues on larger installations.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Testing and installation

Practical problem-solving

Reliable and confident

Education

Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3)

HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment and tools

PPE

Job description

Role Title: Electrical Service Engineer

Location: Field-based across the Central Belt of Scotland

Salary: £38,500 starting, with increases after 6 and 12 months + overtime available

Contract: Permanent | Full-time | Fully expensed company van

About the Role

We're looking for an Electrical Service Engineer to join a growing technical services business working across industrial and educational sites. This is a field-based role where you'll carry out electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and installation work on a range of equipment — keeping critical systems running safely and efficiently. You'll visit a variety of sites, use your technical know-how to solve problems on the spot, and take real pride in delivering a professional job every time.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems and equipment
• Diagnosing, repairing and testing electrical faults
• Installing and commissioning new or upgraded systems
• Completing service reports and ensuring all work meets current safety regulations
• Working both independently and alongside colleagues on larger installations

Who We're Looking For

This role would suit someone from a site-based, manufacturing, or maintenance background — someone practical, reliable, and confident working with electrical systems in real-world environments. You might currently be a Maintenance Electrician, Industrial Electrician, Service Engineer, or Electrical Technician looking to join a company that values hands‑on expertise and rewards commitment.

Skills & Experience

• Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Some post‑apprenticeship experience
• Strong knowledge of electrical fault‑finding, testing, and installation
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable (but not essential)

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• Inspection & Testing certification
• ECS or CSCS card
• Basic mechanical awareness for fault isolation and repairs

What is included

• Regular overtime opportunities for increased earning potential
• Fully expensed company van, mobile phone, and tablet
• All tools, test equipment, and PPE provided
• Travel and accommodation covered for occasional UK-wide projects
• A stable, supportive company where your skills are genuinely valued

If you're an electrically minded engineer who enjoys working with your hands, solving problems, and delivering high-quality work — this is an opportunity to grow your career in a business that invests in its people.

📩 Apply now and take your next step as an Electrical Service Engineer with a company that recognises craftsmanship and commitment