Electrical Site Installations Technician (UK Travel)

Trant Engineering Ltd.; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates.

28 days holiday

Holiday buy via salary sacrifice

Company pension

Employee assistance program

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Trant Engineering Ltd. requires a Site Installation Technician to join the Field Services team in Southampton, split between head office and projects across the UK.

You will wire, test, install and commission control panels and MCCs, ensure compliance with BS 7671 and Electricity at Work, and maintain accurate documentation and progress reporting.

Travel and overnight stays are expected; a full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Current JIB / ECS card.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Electrical Engineering.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Electrical installation on industrial / heavier industry projects (minimum 2 years).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Wiring, Testing, Installation and Commissioning of Control Panels, Motor Control Centres and Associated Equipment.
• Carry out electrical terminations, modifications, and repairs in accordance with drawings and specifications.
• Support electrical testing, fault-finding, and commissioning activities.
• Onsite Fault Finding and Modification of Electrical Control Systems.
• Equipment Selection and Purchasing.
• Pre-Contract Site Surveys.
• Creation of Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Site Progress Reports and Other Site Paperwork.
• Build and wire backplates and control panels within Workshop when not on site.
• Comply fully with Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and site HSE procedures.
• Follow safe isolation, lock-off, and permit-to-work systems.
• Wear appropriate PPE and use tools and equipment safely.
• Participate in site inductions, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Report hazards, near-misses, and incidents promptly.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations) and project requirements.
• Inspect own work and rectify defects where required.
• Assist with QA/QC checks, inspections, and testing procedures.
• Complete electrical installation records, test sheets, and inspection certificates accurately.
• Assist in updating as-built drawings and handover documentation.
• Provide progress updates to Senior Electricians or Supervisors.
• Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary site team including mechanical and civil trades.
• Support Senior Electricians and Electrical Supervisors as required.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues regarding work progress and technical issues.
• Uphold and promote the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.

Skills

Electrical installation

Site installation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Trant Engineering Ltd. requires a Site Installation Technician to join the Field Services team in Southampton, split between head office and projects across the UK.

You will wire, test, install and commission control panels and MCCs, ensure compliance with BS 7671 and Electricity at Work, and maintain accurate documentation and progress reporting.

Travel and overnight stays are expected; a full UK driving licence is essential.