Electrician - Leatherhead

Bridges Electrical Engineers; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values its people and their development. This permanent role offers the chance to work on exciting electrical projects in the water and construction sectors. You'll be part of a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of safety and quality while mentoring the next generation of electricians. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and a friendly culture, you'll find plenty of opportunities for growth and recognition. If you're looking for a fulfilling career where your contributions matter, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Standard Life Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Bike 2 Work Scheme

Training and Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Scheme

Employee Recognition Schemes

Qualifications

• ECS gold card and City & Guilds qualification are essential.
• Experience in water/construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical installations per BS7671 and safety standards.
• Coach Electrical Improvers and promote health and safety.

Skills

Electrical Installations

Health and Safety Compliance

Coaching and Mentoring

Risk Assessment

Project Management

Education

ECS Gold Card

City & Guilds Trade Qualification

Fitness to Work Medical

Tools

Inspection and Testing Equipment

Electrical Tools

Job description

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network and our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset, we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role Purpose

This role will involve working as a team of electricians on a number of industrial and water industry programmes of work in and around the South West London and Surrey / surrounding regions for SES Water.

The Role

Permanent role, contracted to 40hrs per week on site hours, Monday to Friday. Paid hourly, with overtime paid. You will be paid your travel time door to door, on top of your contracted and overtime hours.

• Responsible for completing electrical installations in accordance with BS7671 and Bridges Electrical Safety Rules and Essential Standards
• Ensure adherence to all Health and Safety legislation and regulations
• Install items to the highest standards, in compliance with the project’s quality plan and inspection and test plans
• Follow and actively promote the STAR dynamic risk assessment, empowered to stop work should unsafe circumstances arise
• Coach and mentor Electrical Improvers and Apprentices
• Promote and demonstrate the Bridges’ values when dealing with peers, staff, customers and clients
• Promote positive health and wellbeing amongst peers
• Act in a professional manner and be an ambassador for Bridges, supporting the business goals and maintaining the company’s positive reputation

Minimum Requirements

• ECS gold card (essential)
• Experience within water / construction industry
• Industrial and/or panel wiring experience (desirable)
• Able to manage own and others workload with minimal assistance from Project Managers in delivering safe profitable projects
• Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification
• Fitness to work medical
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Qualifications

• EUSR Water Hygiene
• Inspection and testing certificate
• PASMA / IPAF / Confined space
• COMPEX

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and wellbeing. We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 4.5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll ensure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.