Electrician

David Leslie Ltd; Winchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Paid travel and overtime

No on-call rota

Training and development

Job summary

David Leslie Ltd. in Winchester is seeking a Lead/Approved Electrician to join its electrical delivery team on defence and secure government projects. The role combines hands-on installation with testing, documentation and coordinating activities for a small team.

You will hold NVQ Level 3, AM2 and ECS card, with BS 7671 knowledge and full driving licence. Travel nationwide with a company vehicle is available; salary is £45,000–£49,000 with overtime and door-to-door travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Lead/Approved Electrician.
• Non-domestic installations experience.
• Valid ECS card and AM2.
• UK travel and full driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Install and modify low-voltage electrical systems.
• Interpret drawings, specifications and installation requirements.
• Organise daily activities and support electricians, apprentices and other team members.
• Carry out inspection, testing, certification and remedial work.
• Coordinate material requirements and report progress or site issues.
• Maintain safe working practices and accurate records.

Skills

Electrical installation

Inspection and testing

Team supervision

Reading drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

AM2

ECS grade card

Level 3 Inspection and Testing

Job description

Lead / Approved Electrician | Building Services | Winchester / Hampshire | £45,000-£49,000 + Paid Door-to-Door Travel + Overtime + Company Vehicle
No Domestic Work | No On-Call | Supportive Team | Specialist Defence Projects

An established Building Services contractor is looking for a Lead / Approved Electrician to join its electrical delivery team, working on installations within defence and secure government environments.

You will join experienced engineers and Project Managers in a supportive business where practical knowledge and good workmanship are valued. Alongside delivering your own work, you will help organise installations and support less experienced colleagues.

The role combines hands-on electrical installation, inspection and testing with day-to-day coordination of work on your allocated projects. Paid door-to-door travel and overtime are available, with no domestic work or on-call rota.

The Opportunity

As Lead / Approved Electrician, you will help deliver safe, well-organised installations from initial site activities through to testing and completion.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Installing and modifying low-voltage electrical systems, controls and associated equipment.
• Interpreting drawings, specifications and installation requirements.
• Organising daily activities and supporting electricians, apprentices and other team members.
• Carrying out inspection, testing, certification and associated remedial work.
• Coordinating material requirements and reporting progress or site issues.
• Maintaining safe working practices, accurate records and communication with other trades.

You will work closely with Project Managers and supervisors, with opportunities to contribute practical information to site surveys and quotations.

About You

You will be an experienced Approved Electrician with strong installation and testing skills, comfortable taking responsibility for your work.

We are looking for:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation.
• AM2 and evidence of a completed electrical apprenticeship.
• A valid ECS grade card and Level 3 Inspection and Testing qualification.
• Electrical installation experience in non-domestic environments.
• Sound knowledge of BS 7671, drawings and safe working practices.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel and work away.

Previous experience leading electrical work or supervising a small team would be useful. Experienced Approved Electricians ready to take on greater responsibility are also encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

• £45,000-£49,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• Paid door-to-door travel and overtime at applicable rates.
• Company vehicle and mobile phone.
• No on-call rota or domestic work.
• Training, professional development and support for relevant qualifications.
• Scope to develop within a supportive engineering team.

Location and Travel

The company is based in South Hampshire. Projects involve UK-wide travel, working away where required and occasional overseas assignments. Travel arrangements will be discussed during an initial conversation.

Applicants must hold a UK passport and be able to obtain the required security clearance.

This opportunity would suit candidates currently working as an:

• Approved Electrician
• Lead Electrician
• Electrical Working Supervisor
• Installation Electrician
• Electrical Installation and Testing Engineer