Electrician

Matchtech; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development and training

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a skilled Electrician to join our client’s permanent team, working on water utility projects. The role involves electrical installation, maintenance, fault finding, and ensuring compliance with BS 7671 and client standards.

You will complete PPMs, read electrical drawings, and support commissioning and testing activities, with a focus on safe isolation and quality documentation. A recognised electrical qualification and 18th edition are required, along with a valid UK

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical qualification essential (Electrical Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Experience in industrial, commercial, or infrastructure electrical works.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and fault-finding activities.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive remedial works.
• Install, modify, repair, and replace electrical equipment including switch gear, distribution boards, containment, cabling, motors, controls, and associated systems.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective technical solutions.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Support commissioning and functional testing activities.
• Ensure all works comply with BS 7671, ECS procedures, and client technical standards.
• Complete site documentation including RAMS, permits, inspection records, test certificates, and commissioning sheets

Skills

Electrical installation

Fault finding

Read electrical drawings

Health & safety

Communication

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3

Job description

Our client, a leading provider in the water sector, is currently seeking a skilled Electrician to join their permanent team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on various water utility projects and ensure the efficient and compliant delivery of electrical services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and fault-finding activities
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive remedial works
• Install, modify, repair, and replace electrical equipment including switch gear, distribution boards, containment, cabling, motors, controls, and associated systems
• Diagnose faults and implement effective technical solutions
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation
• Support commissioning and functional testing activities
• Ensure all works comply with BS 7671, ECS procedures, and client technical standards
• Complete site documentation including RAMS, permits, inspection records, test certificates, and commissioning sheets

Job Requirements:

• Recognised electrical qualification essential (Electrical Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• ECS / JIB Gold Card or equivalent industry-recognised competency card
• Experience in industrial, commercial, or infrastructure electrical works
• Strong technical understanding of electrical installations and safe isolation procedures
• Experience in maintenance, fault finding, and installation works
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work on a variety of essential and impactful water utility projects
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Employee benefits package

If you are a qualified Electrician with experience in the water sector and are looking for a new opportunity to develop your career, we would love to hear from you.