Electrician

Airedale International; Consett; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Travel expenses covered

Ongoing training in HVAC

Job summary

Airedale by Modine is seeking an experienced Electrician to install and connect AHUs on site, read schematics, and work to IET BS7671 and site safety guidelines. You will terminate motors, sensors, and control panels, and assist with commissioning and fault-finding across projects.

The role requires reading drawings, liaising with managers and contractors, and maintaining site documentation. A valid NVQ3, 18th Edition, and CSCS/ECS cards are essential for on-site work.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• ECS / CSCS card.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and GA drawings.

Responsibilities

• Electrical installation and connection of AHUs on site.
• Termination of motors, sensors, actuators, control panels, and MCBs.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and GA drawings.
• Assisting with commissioning, testing, and fault-finding of AHUs.
• Liaising with site managers, mechanical contractors, and commissioning engineers.
• Ensuring all work complies with BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and site H&S requirements.
• Completing site documentation, test certificates, and reports.
• Occasional support at the manufacturing facility for panel testing or build assistance.

Skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Communication skills

Professional attitude

Education

Qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

ECS / CSCS card

Job description

At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. Our Airedale by Modine brand is a world leader in the design and manufacture of innovative thermal management solutions for data centers, clean rooms, hospitals, universities, and other mission-critical environments.

Never heard of Airedale by Modine? In short, we cool the internet. Ever used an app to book a taxi? Ever had a video meeting? Ever bought something online? Chances are, the digital 1s and 0s you’ve created and sent are being kept cool by Airedale by Modine. We’re one of the key cogs in the global machine that keeps your digital world running smoothly.

Trusted as The Critical Cooling Specialists, Airedale by Modine has decades of experience providing efficient, flexible end-to-end cooling solutions that work smarter, not harder, to deliver more cooling for less power. With manufacturing facilities in Canada, Spain, the UK, and the U.S., we’re scaling up across the world to support an ever-growing demand for our solutions. That’s where you come in….

Position Description

• Electrical installation and connection of Air Handling Units (AHUs) on site
• Termination of motors, sensors, actuators, control panels, and MCBs
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and GA drawings
• Assisting with commissioning, testing, and fault-finding of AHUs
• Liaising with site managers, mechanical contractors, and commissioning engineers
• Ensuring all work complies with BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and site H&S requirements
• Completing site documentation, test certificates, and reports
• Occasional support at the manufacturing facility for panel testing or build assistance (as required)

Key Responsibilities

• Qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• ECS / CSCS card
• Proven experience in site-based electrical work
• Ability to work from drawings and schematics
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Professional attitude with good communication skills

Required Education & Qualifications

• Desirable (but not essential) Skills:
• Previous experience working with AHUs, HVAC systems, or BMS controls
• Commissioning experience
• IPAF / PASMA
• First Aid at Work
• Experience working on commercial or industrial project.
  

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
• Travel expenses and overnight accommodation covered where required
• Ongoing training and development within the HVAC industry
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing manufacturer
• Supportive team environment and clear progression opportunities

Training will be provided for the right applicant to develop the skills & knowledge required for the position.
If you are a motivated electrician looking to work within a specialist AHU manufacturing and installation environment, we’d love to hear from you.