Electrician

Mint Selection; Grays; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrician for a commissioning role in Essex. This job involves electrical installation, testing, and completion documentation for an industrial project. Candidates should possess qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 and have experience working with LV/HV systems and control equipment. Responsibilities include installation and testing on-site, working from technical drawings, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent required.
• Experience in industrial commissioning and power generation is essential.
• Strong skills in reading and interpreting drawings and test documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation and testing of LV/HV systems.
• Install and commission control and PLC panels.
• Assist with generator setups and power generation systems.

Skills

Qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3)

Experience in commissioning environments

Strong understanding of LV/HV systems

Competent with completion documentation

Education

18th Edition or equivalent qualifications

Tools

Completion Management System (CMS - Gotechnology preferred)

Job description

Electrician - Commissioning

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10-hour days, Site based. Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced Electrician to support electrical installation, testing, and commissioning activities on an industrial project in Essex. The role involves hands‑on work with power generation equipment, control systems, and completion documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation, testing, and commissioning of LV/HV systems.
• Support completion processes including ITRs, A & B Sheets, FATs/SATs, and test packs.
• Install, inspect, and commission control/PLC panels, switchgear, VSD/VFDs, pumps, fans, and associated equipment.
• Assist with generator/alternator setup, synchronisation, and power generation systems.
• Work with the Completion Management System (CMS - Gotechnology preferred).
• Identify, report, and support close‑out of defects and outstanding work items.
• Maintain safe working practices and compliance with site standards and procedures.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship, 18th Edition, or equivalent).
• Experience in commissioning or power generation environments (gas peaker, energy, utilities, industrial, or similar).
• Strong understanding of LV/HV systems, switchgear, PLC/control panels, and rotating equipment (generators/alternators).
• Experience with VSD/VFDs, pumps, motors, and electrical balance‑of‑plant equipment.
• Ability to read and work from drawings, schematics, and test documentation.
• Competent with completion documentation and digital CMS tools.

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