Electrician

Aeropeople Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global defence and aerospace firm based in Glasgow is looking for an Electrician. This full-time role includes working various shifts and offers a competitive salary of £38,662 per annum plus additional allowances for night and weekend shifts. The successful candidate will collaborate on high-profile naval projects and must have relevant qualifications and experience. The position also offers a robust benefits package including enhanced pension and holiday entitlements.

Benefits

Shift allowance

Enhanced pension scheme

Flexible working hours

25 holiday days plus bank holidays

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Qualifications must include a Modern Apprenticeship in a relevant field.
• Experience in marine installation or major industrial environments.
• Knowledge of risk assessment, PUWER & COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Install various types of cables and electrical systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Collaborate with teams for timely completion of installations.

Skills

Relevant experience

Understanding of risk and safety regulations

Experience with electrical equipment installation

Education

SVQ 3 or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Electrician

Salary

£38,662 per annum + shift allowance + overtime

Location

Glasgow

Overview

We currently have a vacancy to join one of the world’s leading, global defence, security and aerospace companies as an Electrician. The role will be based in Glasgow and will require the successful candidate to be on site full time working a varied shift pattern.

The company works at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions each year for customers in over 100 countries. It is at the forefront of designing and building world‑leading naval ships, delivering high‑quality innovative solutions. As part of a growing team, they are looking for a talented and experienced Electrician to join them in delivering eight Type 26 frigates to the Royal Navy.

Shift Pattern

• Day Shift: Monday‑Thursday 7:00 am‑4:30 pm
• Night Shift: Monday‑Thursday 8:30 pm‑6:00 am (includes a 33% shift allowance)
• Weekend Shift: Friday‑Sunday 7:00 am‑7:30 pm (includes a 33% shift allowance)

All successful candidates will be required to attend a trade test in Glasgow in October 2025 and submit trade certificates after an initial phone call with our recruiter.

Main Responsibilities

• Installation of a variety of types of cables (multi‑core, single‑core and coaxial) and electrical systems (junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers, switches, etc.)
• Cable termination and installation of all electrical equipment
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams to ensure timely and efficient completion of electrical installations
• Ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards

Benefits

• Shift allowance of 33% on both night and weekend shifts
• Overtime pay rates
  • Monday‑Thursday: 1.33 (time and a third)
  • Friday: 1.5 (time and a half for the first 4 hours and 2.00 (double time) for any hours thereafter)
  • Saturday: 1.5 (time and a half)
  • Sunday: 2.00 (double time)
• Enhanced pension scheme – up to 14% combined
• Flexible working pattern including working from home / flexible start and finish times
• 25 holiday days plus bank holidays – 26 days after 5 years’ service / 27 days after 10 years’ service
• Shared incentive plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life assurance (you and your spouse/partner) – 6 × salary
• Ill health income protection / private medical insurance – 50 % of salary

About You

• Modern Apprenticeship – SVQ 3 or equivalent
• Relevant experience in a marine installation or major industrial installation environment
• Understanding of all assessments, risk, PUWER & COSHH
• Understanding of relevant trade drawings
• Knowledge of tag‑out process and the correct proving dead procedure
• Experience mounting electrical equipment & components
• Experience earthing of equipment and termination of cables to workmanship standards

Please ensure you have attached a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.

You must be eligible to apply for SC clearance and, therefore, must hold a British passport and have lived and worked in the UK for the past 5 years.

About Aeropeople

Whether you’re looking for your next job or searching out the next superstar to join your team, Aeropeople’s expertise and experience is entrenched in the aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries. We have the insight and know‑how at both a local and international level to help bring people and businesses together, saving time and energy. Our capability is validated through our Engineering Services division encompassing aircraft line maintenance services and a Continuing Airworthiness Maintenance Organisation (CAMO), combined with our Aviation Training division offering technical training aircraft courses.

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