Electrician

BEAR Scotland; Kingussie; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

BEAR Scotland is seeking a qualified Electrician to join its North West Electrical team, with opportunities based in Perth, Inverness, or Kingussie. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for maintaining electrical systems on trunk roads while providing technical expertise and ensuring operational safety. This position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including extensive annual leave and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension and life assurance

Up to 34 days of annual leave

Paid days to support charity work

Cycle to Work Scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Development and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in electrical maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of electrical safety regulations and practices.
• UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Conducting inspections and electrical maintenance on facilities.
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults.
• Implementing electrical system upgrades.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Full approval as an Electrician

Relevant certifications and licenses

Job description

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Fantastic opportunity has arisen to join BEAR Scotland’s North West Electrical team as an Electrician based in Perth, Inverness, or Kingussie (full time).

The North West Trunk Road Unit covers approximately 1,422 km of trunk road through some of the most scenic parts of Scotland. It includes 1,501 bridges and structures, such as the Kessock Bridge (carrying the A9 north of Inverness) and the A87 Skye Crossing.

The area spans from Thurso and Wick in the Highlands to Campbeltown in Argyll and Bute, and from Uig on Skye to Perth and Stirling in the central belt.

Role includes:

• Conducting regular inspections and electrical maintenance on North West Trunk Road facilities.
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults efficiently to minimise disruptions to road users.
• Implementing electrical system upgrades and enhancements for projects.
• Collaborating with a team of skilled professionals to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
• Adhering to safety standards and regulations to protect the public and team members.
• Providing technical expertise and recommendations for improvements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Full approval as an Electrician, with relevant certifications and licenses.
• Experience in electrical maintenance and repair (minimum 4 years).
• Knowledge of electrical safety regulations and practices.
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in various conditions, including heights and confined spaces.
• UK driving license.

Why BEAR?

BEAR Scotland manages and maintains 1962 km of Scottish trunk roads, including over 2000 bridges and structures, delivering significant investment annually to improve infrastructure.

We value our employees and strive to attract and retain talented, innovative, and dedicated team members. We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Pension and life assurance
• Up to 34 days of annual leave
• Additional leave purchase options
• Paid days to support charity work
• BEAR Rewards discounts and cashback
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Development and progression opportunities

Grow your career with a company that empowers you to succeed.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to fair treatment of all employees.