Electrical Support Engineer - South East

MDE Consultants Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical installations company is seeking an Electrician's Mate to support commercial and renewable installations across the UK. The role involves assisting qualified electricians, providing an opportunity to develop trade skills in a professional and safety-driven environment. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications, including a valid ECS or CSCS card and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Electrician's Mate, Electrical Improver, or Electrical Labourer.
• Valid ECS or CSCS card.
• City & Guilds or EAL Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installations required.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Support electricians with commercial and renewable installations.
• Assist with containment, cable routing, pulling, fixing, and termination.
• Help with testing and commissioning under supervision.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards on-site.
• Report progress or issues to the site lead or project manager.

Skills

Experience as Electrician's Mate

Assistance in electrical installations

Basic knowledge of electrical systems

Education

City & Guilds or EAL Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installations

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

ECS or CSCS card

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrician's Mate

Location: UK-wide (Field Based)

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Overview

We're looking for an experienced Electrician's Mate to support commercial and renewable electrical installations across the UK. The role involves hands‑on site work, assisting qualified electricians with all aspects of installation, testing, and commissioning. Ideal for someone keen to develop their trade skills within a professional and safety-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support electricians with commercial and renewable installations.
• Assist with containment, cable routing, pulling, fixing, and termination.
• Help with testing and commissioning under supervision.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards on-site.
• Report progress or issues to the site lead or project manager.

Essential Requirements

• Experience as an Electrician's Mate, Electrical Improver, or Electrical Labourer.
• Valid ECS or CSCS card.
• City & Guilds or EAL Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installations (Building & Structures).
• Full UK driving licence and own transport.

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• AM2 Assessment.
• 2391 / 2394 / 2395 Inspection & Tes...