Installation Electrician

DMW Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

DMW Recruitment is seeking an Installation Electrician (Approved) to install, commission, and maintain electrical systems across commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure environments. This role includes power distribution, lighting, control panels, UPS, and DC systems, with strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

You will lead on-site installations, supervise teams, coordinate resources, and ensure projects meet specifications, schedules, and budgets.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• Gold ECS Card.
• C&G/EAL Current BS7671 Wiring Regulations.
• City & Guilds 2391 or EAL equivalent in Inspection and Testing.
• Competent Person Low Voltage appointment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Site Installation and Supervision.
• Installation, commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of electrical systems, ensuring all projects are completed to specification, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate site activities, manage resources, and ensure the smooth execution of installations and service works across the site.
• Ensure proper scheduling of tasks, tracking of progress, and timely completion of work, while resolving any issues that may arise onsite.

Skills

Fault-Finding & Diagnostic Skill

Electrical Safety Rules

BS 7671 knowledge

Health & Safety Procedures

Project coordination

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Gold ECS Card

C&G/EAL BS7671 Regulations

City & Guilds 2391 or EAL inspection/testing

Competent Person Low Voltage

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Role Summary

Installation Electrician - (Approved) is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and commissioning of electrical systems in commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure environments. This role involves carrying out electrical installations, ensuring they meet the required safety standards, regulatory compliance, and client specifications. The Installation Electrician will work on a range of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, control panels, and emergency systems, DC & UPS while adhering to industry regulations and best practices. The right candadate should be comfotable with working away from home when needed.

Key Deliverables / Responsibilities

• Site Installation and Supervision
• Installation, commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of electrical systems, ensuring all projects are completed to specification, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate site activities, manage resources, and ensure the smooth execution of installations and service works across the site.
• Ensure proper scheduling of tasks, tracking of progress, and timely completion of work, while resolving any issues that may arise onsite.

Technical and Personal Competencies Required

• Expertise in Installing, maintaining, and upgrading electrical systems in critical, commercial, and industrial environments.
• Testing, Inspection Certification
• Strong knowledge and application of the latest electrical wiring regulations BS 7671
• Knowledge in working with various Electrical systems, including UPS & DC systems
• Technical Documentation & Reporting
• In-depth knowledge of the Electrical Safety Rules and appointed by the SAP
• Electrical & Mechanical Systems Integration
• Strong Fault-Finding & Diagnostic Skill
• Health & Safety Procedures
• Managing resources, coordinating teams, and scheduling work

Qualifications and Experience Required

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in Major Critical Power installation
• Gold ECS Card
• C&G/EAL Current BS7671 Wiring Regulations
• City & Guilds 2391 or EAL equivalent in Inspection and Testing
• Competent Person Low Voltage appointment
• Full UK Driving License
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in Electrical installation & certification
• Strong Fault-Finding & Diagnostic Skill
• Knowledge working with BMS
• Experience Managing Subcontractors & Teams
• First Aid at Work