Electrician – Travel, Accommodation Covered, Career Growth

RSE Water; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading rate of £22.25 per hr

Enhanced overtime

Private Healthcare

Holiday allowance 31 days rising to 33

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Discounted gym membership

Professional fees paid

Employee discount platform

Access to health professionals

Job summary

RSE Water is seeking skilled Electricians for full-time, permanent roles to support projects across the UK within the water sector. Travel and working away are required; accommodation is provided with a healthy subsistence allowance.

You will join established teams delivering electrical installation and maintenance to high safety and quality standards, with competitive hourly rates (£22.25) and enhanced overtime. A UK driving licence and ECS BS7671 qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified electrician with skill in the installation and repair of all types of electrical equipment and components.
• Demonstrable experience in electrical systems installation or maintenance will be considered.
• ECS Grading Card must be current/in date (BS 7671 Training, Approved Health and Safety Assessment)
• Knowledge of applicable electrical standards and regulations
• Fully qualified to 18th Edition (preferred)
• Water industry experience would be highly advantageous, but other sectors such as heavy industry will also be considered
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Install cable containment systems to a high standard safely.
• Install, gland, terminate cable systems mainly used in the industrial sector to BS 7671 and supplied drawings.
• Install electrical equipment to BS 7671 and manufacturer's instructions.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Work at height to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures (using appropriate safety equipment and adhering to safe working procedures).
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and standards.

Skills

Electrical installation experience

Driving licence

BS 7671 knowledge

Health & Safety awareness

Education

ECS Grading Card (BS 7671 Training)

18th Edition Qualified (preferred)

Job description

RSE Water is seeking skilled Electricians for full-time, permanent roles to support projects across the UK within the water sector. Travel and working away are required; accommodation is provided with a healthy subsistence allowance.

You will join established teams delivering electrical installation and maintenance to high safety and quality standards, with competitive hourly rates (£22.25) and enhanced overtime. A UK driving licence and ECS BS7671 qualifications are essential.