Electrician

Randstad Construction and Property; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Maintenance Electrician for a temporary role in Gateshead. You will be responsible for maintaining low voltage electrical systems and ensuring operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation and relevant certification. This position offers £26.00 per hour, with full-time hours from Monday to Friday, and requires candidates eligible to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Must possess NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation/Maintenance.
• Must hold a current 18th Edition wiring regulations qualification.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced industrial or warehouse environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake scheduled PPMs and comprehensive system checks.
• Perform routine maintenance on low voltage electrical systems.
• Amend and upgrade existing electrical installations as required.

Skills

Preventative Maintenance

Electrical Installation

Team Collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance

18th Edition Wiring Regulations Qualification

Job description

Electrician - Gateshead

We're seeking a qualified and proactive Maintenance Electrician to join our team at the fulfillment centre in Gateshead. This is a temporary position focused on ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of high-volume warehouse operations.

Role Overview

As a key member of the site maintenance team, you will be responsible for the upkeep of LV electrical systems. You will work alongside a skilled team of tradespeople, performing a mix of planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs to minimize operational downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance: Undertake scheduled PPMs and comprehensive system checks to ensure all electrical installations are running at peak performance.
• System Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on low voltage (LV) electrical systems across the facility.
• Minor Works: Amend and upgrade existing electrical installations as required to meet operational needs.
• Team Collaboration: Support a multi-disciplinary team of tradespeople, contributing your electrical expertise while assisting in general maintenance tasks where necessary.

Requirements

• Qualifications: Must possess NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation/Maintenance.
• Certification: Must hold a current 18th Edition wiring regulations qualification.
• Experience: Previous experience in a fast-paced industrial or warehouse environment is highly desirable.
• Skillset: A broad range of maintenance skills and a strong focus on preventative measures.
• Eligibility: Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Position Details

• Pay Rate: £26.00 per hour
• Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday, 06:00 - 15:30 (40 hours per week)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Estimated End Date: 2nd March 2026

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.