Industrial Electrician in Liverpool

Energy Jobline ZR; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Overtime opportunities

Company pension

Annual leave

Training and development

National/major projects

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our EC&I team on a permanent basis. The role covers UK-wide site work, based from Speke, Liverpool, with nationwide travel and occasional overnight stays.

A strong industrial electrical background and commitment to safety are essential. No gas industry experience is required as full training and mentoring will be provided to the right candidate, with opportunities to develop your career within the UK gas transmission

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) required.
• Industrial installation experience essential.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Install industrial electrical systems per drawings/specifications.
• Install containment systems (tray, ladder, conduit, trunking).
• Terminate and test power, control and instrumentation cables.
• Install field equipment (motors, actuators, junction boxes, control panels).
• Carry out inspection and testing per BS 7671.
• Work safely per procedures and client standards.
• Complete installation records and quality documentation.
• Support commissioning activities; travel UK-wide with overnight stays.

Skills

18th Edition BS7671

Industrial installation

Reading drawings/schematics

Full UK driving licence

Health and safety

Willing to travel 80%

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionIndustrial Electrician - Gas Industry (Training Provided) Location: UK Wide (Based from Speke, Liverpool with nationwide site travel) Salary: £45,000, plus overtime, company vehicle and benefits Type: Permanent role About the Role Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our expanding Electrical & Instrumentation (EC&I) team. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrician with an industrial background who is looking to develop a long-term career within the UK gas transmission and distribution industry. No previous gas industry experience is required, as full training and mentoring will be provided to the right candidate. Working alongside experienced EC&I engineers and commissioning teams, you will be involved in the installation, testing and commissioning of electrical systems on critical gas infrastructure projects for major UK utility clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Install industrial electrical systems in accordance with drawings and specifications.
• Install containment systems including tray, ladder, conduit and trunking.
• Terminate and test power, control and instrumentation cables.
• Install field equipment including motors, actuators, junction boxes and control panels.
• Carry out inspection and testing in accordance with BS 7671.
• Work safely in line with company procedures and client standards.
• Complete installation records and quality documentation.
• Support commissioning activities where required.
• Travel to customer sites throughout the UK with occasional overnight stays.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Industrial installation experience.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Happy to work away Monday - Friday roughly 80% of the time
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Inspection & Testing (2391 or equivalent).
• COMPEX qualification.
• Experience within utilities, water, energy, process or manufacturing industries.
• ECS Gold Card.
• IPAF and PASMA.
• SSSTS or SMSTS.

What You’ll Learn

Full industry training will be provided, including opportunities to gain experience in:

• Gas Pressure Reduction Installations (PRI/PRU).
• Electrical & Instrumentation (EC&I) installations.
• Hazardous Area (ATEX/DSEAR) working.
• Gas industry standards and procedures.
• Gas, Cadent and Northern Gas Networks specifications.
• Permit-to-work systems and safe isolation.
• Instrumentation installation and commissioning.

What We Offer

• Structured career progression into the gas industry.
• Industry-recognised training and qualifications.
• Company vehicle.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Company pension.
• Annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Ongoing technical development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects.