Electrician

Pinewood Group Limited; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A production company in Ipswich is seeking qualified electricians to handle installations and maintenance at Pinewood Studios. The role demands strong knowledge of electrical systems and adherence to safety regulations. Candidates must be 18th Edition qualified and possess relevant experience in various settings. Excellent communication and teamwork required. Competitive benefits including a discretionary bonus and comprehensive healthcare are offered.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus up to 10%

25 days holiday + public holidays

5% employer pension contribution

Private medical healthcare

Income protection up to 75%

Life assurance of 4 x annual salary

Canteen subsidy

Volunteering allowance

Saving Account with Fidelity

Gym and retail discounts, free film screenings

Qualifications

• Must have a working knowledge of 3 phase distribution system and AC plant.
• Proven experience in varied electrical installations.
• Strong computer literacy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical wiring and fixtures.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctioning systems.
• Inspect electrical systems for safety compliance.

Skills

18th Edition Wiring Regulation Qualified

Electrical competence qualification including relevant testing & inspection qualification

Proven electrician experience in a domestic, commercial and industrial setting

Working knowledge of 3 phase distribution system and AC plant

Computer literacy

Self-motivated and effective time manager

Strong team player

Excellent attention to detail

Excellent communication and confidence skills

Job description

About The Role

Based at Pinewood Studios, our electricians are responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining electrical systems and fixtures in any of the Studios buildings and stages.

The work is varied, and the successful candidate must have a working knowledge of 3 phase distribution system, AC plant and will be expected to carry out electrical installations complying with the requirements of the 18th Edition IEE wiring Regulations.

Key accountabilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
• Carry out electrical installations and upgrade company facilities
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous and to ensure compliance with codes
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits, insulation resistance and suitable earthing arrangements and safety devices in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing meters to ensure compatibility and safety of system

Skills And Experience

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulation Qualified.
• Suitable electrical competence qualification including relevant testing & inspection qualification.
• Proven electrician experience in a domestic, commercial and industrial setting
• Working knowledge of 3 phase distribution system and AC plant
• Computer literacy is essential – Must be able to use PDA to record timesheets / job status (training provided on specific system) and read emails
• Self-motivated and effective time manager
• Strong team player and orientation towards teamwork
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and confidence skills

Other information

• Role location: Pinewood Studios
• Discretionary annual bonus of up to 10% of salary based on Company and individual performance
• 25 days’ holiday as standard with the option to buy 5 additional days, plus English public holidays.
• Pension scheme 5% employer contribution and 3% minimum employee contribution.
• Comprehensive private medical healthcare, including cover for pre-existing conditions, dental and optical cover.
• Income protection for yourself, up to 75% of salary
• Life assurance of 4 x annual salary
• £3.20 per day Pinewood canteen subsidy
• Two days per year volunteering allowance for our local communities
• Invest@Work Saving Account with Fidelity
• Various other staff perks including but not limited to, gym and retail discounts, free film screenings and staff events.

We provide free transport from nearby tube and mainline rail stations to the studios. Details of our shuttle bus service are available on our website.

Closing date for applications is the 1st december 2025

Pinewood Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are highly committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture for our people and actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

As such we would invite you to please complete our Diversity Monitoring Survey. We collect this information for equality monitoring purposes, as permitted by law, but you do not have to complete this form. If you choose to provide this information, you will help us to develop our equal opportunities policies and to monitor each stage of recruitment. All the information you provide will be anonymous and is not considered with your application.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to any stage of the recruitment process in your cover letter

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