Electrician

VVB Engineering; Acton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

VVB Engineering is recruiting experienced Installation Electricians for long-term work on HS2 infrastructure projects across London. You will join a professional, safety-focused team delivering electrical installations on major rail and transport developments.

Candidates must hold a valid ECS/JIB Gold Card and 18th Edition, with proven installation experience in commercial, industrial, or infrastructure settings.

Qualifications

• ECS/JIB Gold Card and 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification are required.
• Proven experience in electrical installation in commercial, industrial, or infrastructure environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and site documentation.
• Strong health, safety and environmental awareness on construction sites.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Installation of electrical containment systems, including trunking, basket, conduit, cable tray and ladder rack systems.
• Reading, interpreting and working from technical drawings and installation plans.
• Ensuring installations comply with current electrical regulations and project specifications.
• Collaborating with electricians, supervisors, site managers and other trades to meet programme deadlines.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and site housekeeping.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Health & safety

Education

ECS/JIB Gold Card

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

ECS/JIB Gold Card

Job description

We are currently recruiting experienced Installation Electricians for long-term work on prestigious HS2 infrastructure projects across London.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly skilled workforce delivering one of the UK's largest and most significant infrastructure programmes. Successful candidates will be involved in the installation of electrical systems across major rail and transport developments, working within a professional and safety-focused environment. With a strong pipeline of work secured, we can offer long-term employment opportunities and genuine career progression for motivated individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation of electrical containment systems in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Installation of trunking, basket, conduit, cable tray and ladder rack systems.
• Modular containment installation and assembly.
• Supporting cable pulling and cable management activities where required.
• Reading, interpreting and working from technical drawings, schematics and installation plans.
• Ensuring all installations are completed to a high standard and in compliance with current electrical regulations.
• Carrying out work safely and efficiently while adhering to site-specific health and safety procedures.
• Identifying and reporting installation issues or potential improvements to supervisors and project management teams.
• Working collaboratively with electricians, supervisors, site managers and other trades to ensure programme deadlines are achieved.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, housekeeping and professionalism on site at all times.

Requirements

• A valid ECS/JIB Gold Card.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Demonstrable experience in electrical installation work within commercial, industrial or infrastructure environments.
• Proven experience installing containment systems, including trunking, ladder rack, cable tray, basket and conduit.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret technical drawings and site documentation.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements on construction sites.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.

Desirable

• Previous experience working on rail, infrastructure or large-scale construction projects.
• Experience working within highly regulated environments.
• Additional industry qualifications or safety certifications.