Electrician

Opals Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An energy services company based in Glasgow seeks an experienced Electrician/Wireman to join its team. This role involves the installation, wiring, maintenance, modification, and testing of electrical systems in various energy sector environments. Candidates should have relevant vocational qualifications, experience in the power sector, and the ability to interpret electrical drawings. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and offers a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Vocational qualification in electrical installation, engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience working within the energy, utilities, or power sector preferred.
• Full UK driving licence desirable; willingness to travel to various sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, dress, terminate, and segregate cables for AC and DC systems.
• Perform continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, and functional testing.
• Identify electrical faults and carry out repairs.

Skills

Panel wiring

Cable termination

LV/DC system installation

Electrical drawing interpretation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation

City & Guilds

18th Edition

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation resistance testers

Job description

OCU Group is looking for an experienced Electrician / Wireman to Join the team based in Glasgow, to work on our projects in Scotland.

As an Electrician/Wireman, you will be responsible for the installation, wiring, maintenance, modification, and testing of electrical systems and equipment across a range of energy sector environments. Typical work may include substations, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), renewable generation sites, grid connections, utility infrastructure, and industrial energy facilities. You will work on LV AC/DC systems, control and protection circuits, switchgear, instrumentation, and auxiliary systems that support the safe and reliable operation of critical power infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, dress, terminate, and segregate cables for AC and DC systems including control, protection, instrumentation, power, and communication circuits.
• Wire control panels, protection panels, switchgear, inverters, auxiliary supply boards, and associated equipment to client and industry standards.
• Label, route, and secure wiring in accordance with electrical drawings, standards, and best practice.

Energy Infrastructure Equipment Work

• Support installation and integration of energy infrastructure such as transformers, switchgear, inverters, converters, protection and SCADA systems, UPS, PCS units, battery racks, metering devices, and auxiliary electrical systems.
• Assist in mechanical mounting, gland installation, cable containment, and termination activities.

Testing & Commissioning Support

• Perform continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, loop, and functional testing on LV and DC systems.
• Assist commissioning engineers during energization, control checks, interlock tests, protection checks, and system sign-off.
• Interpret test readings and report deviations or faults promptly.

Fault Finding & Repairs

• Identify electrical faults using schematics, test equipment, and structured troubleshooting methods.
• Carry out repairs and remedial work to restore system performance across control, auxiliary, and communication circuits.

Health & Safety Compliance

• Adhere to all relevant electrical safety procedures, permits, lock-out/tag-out, and safe isolation requirements.
• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training sessions.
• Ensure correct use of PPE and compliance with industry legislation, standards, and local site rules.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate installation records, cable schedules, red-line mark-ups, test results, inspection documents, and as-built information.
• Report hazards, incidents, or near misses promptly and support investigations where required.

Skills and Experience

• Vocational qualification in electrical installation, engineering, or equivalent (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, 18th Edition, ECS Card).
• Experience working within the energy, utilities, industrial, or power sector preferred.
• Competence in panel wiring, cable termination, and LV/DC system installation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, cable schedules, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Working knowledge of electrical standards and regulations (e.g., BS 7671, IEC standards, DNO/TO requirements).
• Competence in the use of electrical test equipment (multimeters, insulation resistance testers, etc.).
• Full UK driving licence desirable; willingness to travel and work on various sites.

Driven by values, powered by inclusion.

At OCU, our values guide everything we do: integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients, communities, and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle — it’s the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive, we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone feels they belong.

Together, we build stronger teams, deliver better outcomes, and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together.

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