Electricians

A1 Telecommunication Services Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A1 Telecommunication Services Limited in Reading is seeking a full-time Electrician to support mobile network rollout projects on-site. You will perform electrical installation, testing, and maintenance on telecommunications infrastructure and equipment.

You will wire and cabling, work on panels and distribution boards, diagnose faults, and ensure compliance with electrical standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Recognized electrical qualifications (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent) and valid industry certifications.
• Proven experience as an electrician in telecom, construction, or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles relevant to telecom infrastructure.
• Commitment to health and safety and familiarity with UK regulations.

Responsibilities

• Electrical installation, testing, and maintenance on telecom infrastructure.
• Wiring, cabling, and panel and distribution board work.
• Fault diagnosis and repair; ensure safety/regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers and rigging teams on site; prepare documentation; participate in commissioning and integration as required.

Skills

Electrical safety

Wiring and cabling

Troubleshooting faults

On-site collaboration

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds in Electrical Installation

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Distribution boards

Job description

Company Description

A1 Telecommunication Services Limited is a UK-based startup specializing in mobile network deployment and related services. The team is composed of engineers with extensive Ericsson and Nokia network rollout experience, covering decommissioning, installation, commissioning, integration, electrical, and rigging activities. Despite being a young company, A1 has quickly established a strong reputation in the UK mobile telecommunications market. The organization consistently delivers successful projects across all major UK mobile network operators, providing opportunities to work on varied and technically challenging assignments.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Electrician role based in the Greater Reading Area. The Electrician will support mobile network rollout projects by performing electrical installation, testing, and maintenance on telecommunications infrastructure and associated equipment. Day-to-day responsibilities include wiring and cabling, panel and distribution board work, fault diagnosis and repair, and ensuring compliance with relevant electrical standards and safety regulations. The role also involves collaborating with engineers and rigging teams on site, preparing accurate documentation, and participating in commissioning and integration activities as required.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong foundational knowledge of electricity and safe electrical practices.
• Candidates should possess practical electrical work skills, including installation, wiring, and equipment setup.
• Candidates should possess maintenance and repair abilities for electrical systems and components.
• Candidates should possess troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving electrical faults.
• Candidates should possess understanding of electrical engineering principles relevant to telecommunications infrastructure.
• Recognized electrical qualifications (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent) and valid industry certifications.
• Proven experience as an electrician, ideally within telecommunications, construction, or industrial environments.
• Commitment to health and safety, including familiarity with UK electrical and site safety regulations.
• Ability to work at height or on towers (where required), with appropriate training and medical clearance.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently on site.