Industrial Electrician

NEOS Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join their field-based team. You will work on heavy industrial electrical systems, perform maintenance and repairs, and ensure safety compliance. The role offers competitive pay ranging from £20 to £24 per hour and numerous benefits including fully expensed travel and structured progression. Ideal candidates will be NVQ Level 3 qualified and have a strong background in industrial environments.

Benefits

Fully expensed travel

Overtime pay

Company Van

20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Structured progression

Qualifications

• Must have qualification as an Industrial Electrician.
• Experience in heavy industrial environments is mandatory.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Work on heavy industrial electrical systems and machinery.
• Perform installations, maintenance, and repairs.
• Maintain compliance with safety documentation.

Skills

Industrial Electrical Systems

Fault-Finding

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

3-phase Systems

Education

NVQ Level 3

18th Edition Electrical

Job description

Industrial Electrician

Location : Derby

Salary : £20.00–£24.00 per hour + Overtime (Time-and-a-Half) + Call Out £50 + Fully Expensed Travel + Progression Pathway

Neos Engineering are partnering with a well‑established industrial electrical contractor supporting major heavy‑industry clients across the Midlands. Due to continued demand and a growing workload, they are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join their field‑based team operating across Derby and wider UK industrial sites.

The Role

• Work on heavy industrial electrical systems including large‑scale 3‑phase machinery, high‑load circuits and large cables.
• Carry out installs, maintenance, repairs and fault‑finding within factories, rail environments and major industrial facilities.
• Operate as part of a two‑man engineering team, ensuring safe working practices at all times.
• Follow a structured onboarding plan designed to mould you into the company’s technical standards and working methods.
• Travel to sites across the UK with all expenses fully covered.
• Work 8‑hour standard shifts with time‑and‑a‑half paid after standard hours.
• Support 24 / 7 engineering operations for key clients (call‑out only once fully inducted).
• Maintain accurate job records, safety documentation and electrical compliance standards.

The Candidate

• Qualified Industrial Electrician (NVQ Level 3 + 18th Edition required).
• Proven background in heavy industrial environments — rail, manufacturing, heavy plant, production or similar.
• Experience working with large cables, 3‑phase systems and high‑load industrial equipment.
• Strong awareness of electrical safety and industrial best practice.
• Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel and work away as needed.
• Ideally located within 45 minutes of Derby HQ.
• Able to work as part of a small, highly skilled engineering team.

The Benefits

• £20–£24 per hour depending on experience.
• Overtime at time‑and‑a‑half.
• Fully expensed travel, accommodation and meals when working away.
• Structured progression linked to trust, capability and vehicle allocation.
• Company Van.
• 20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Long‑term development within a respected industrial contractor.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Industrial Electrician to join a growing, reputable engineering business working on high‑profile heavy‑industry projects across the UK. Apply now with Neos Engineering to take the next step in your industrial electrical career.