Electrician

Carrington West; West of England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Health and wellbeing programme

Employee benefits portal

Employee referral scheme

Development opportunities

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a qualified Electrician for a permanent, site-based role supporting a national MOD contract across Eastern England. You will install, maintain and test electrical installations on commercial and industrial sites, ensuring compliance with BS 7671 and safety procedures while delivering high-quality documentation.

The role offers £45,000 per year, 25 days' annual leave, a pension, cycle-to-work, free parking and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Maintenance.
• Completion of a recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• AM2 qualification.
• City & Guilds 2382-18 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing qualification (highly desirable).
• A valid ECS Card.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience in commercial or industrial electrical installations, maintenance and testing.
• Strong knowledge of BS 7671 regulations and electrical safety procedures.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office 365 for reporting and certification.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out electrical installations, planned maintenance and testing in accordance with BS 7671 regulations.
• Completing LV Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), emergency lighting testing and PAT testing.
• Commissioning and testing electrical systems, ensuring accurate certification and documentation.
• Diagnosing electrical faults and completing remedial works safely and efficiently.
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to plan and deliver electrical works.
• Managing materials, equipment and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed to a high standard.
• Delivering small electrical installation projects across commercial and industrial environments.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to coordinate works effectively.
• Supporting apprentices and trainees where required.
• Completing electrical worksheets, reports and certificates using Microsoft Office 365.

Skills

Electrical installation/maintenance

BS 7671 knowledge

ECS Card

AM2 qualification

City & Guilds 2382-18

City & Guilds 2391

UK Driving Licence

MS Office 365 reporting

MOD SC clearance eligibility

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Maintenance

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

Electrician - £45,000 per annum - Bristol / Eastern England

Salary: £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location: Bristol / MOD Sites across Eastern England

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you a qualified Electrician looking for a secure, long-term opportunity with a growing business that genuinely values its employees?

You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial and industrial electrical projects, benefit from a competitive salary of £45,000, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days' annual leave, a pension scheme and opportunities for professional development.

My client is an established and growing contractor delivering essential electrical installation, maintenance and testing services across commercial, industrial and defence environments. With a strong focus on safety, quality and employee wellbeing, they are looking for an experienced Electrician to join their operational team.

What Will You Be Doing?

As an Electrician, you will be working as part of a small, dedicated operational team delivering electrical works on a national contract across MOD sites in Eastern England, covering locations from Lincoln to Ipswich.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out electrical installations, planned maintenance and testing in accordance with BS 7671 regulations.
• Completing LV Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), emergency lighting testing and PAT testing.
• Commissioning and testing electrical systems, ensuring accurate certification and documentation.
• Diagnosing electrical faults and completing remedial works safely and efficiently.
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to plan and deliver electrical works.
• Managing materials, equipment and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed to a high standard.
• Delivering small electrical installation projects across commercial and industrial environments.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to coordinate works effectively.
• Supporting apprentices and trainees where required.
• Completing electrical worksheets, reports and certificates using Microsoft Office 365.

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this Electrician position, you will ideally have:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Maintenance, or an equivalent qualification.
• Completion of a recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• AM2 qualification.
• City & Guilds 2382-18 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing qualification (highly desirable).
• A valid ECS Card.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Experience in commercial or industrial electrical installations, maintenance and testing.
• Strong knowledge of BS 7671 regulations and electrical safety procedures.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office 365 for reporting and certification.The ability to work independently and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Eligibility to obtain full MOD Security Clearance (SC).

Ideally, you will bring at least three years of relevant electrical experience, although candidates with the appropriate qualifications and practical capabilities are encouraged to apply.

What's in It for You?

• Salary: £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• 25 days' annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days.
• Company pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free parking.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• Employee benefits portal.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Opportunities to develop your technical skills and progress within a growing organisation.

Location & Working Arrangements

This is a permanent, full-time, site-based opportunity. Although the position is associated with Bristol, you will be supporting a national MOD contract involving travel to sites across Eastern England, including locations between Lincoln and Ipswich.

You will be joining a supportive operational team where you can take ownership of your work, develop your technical expertise and contribute to the successful delivery of essential electrical infrastructure projects.