Lead Electrician

Proactive Global; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Electrician to manage electrical installations across various client sites in the UK. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of industrial electrical experience and relevant qualifications. The successful candidate will oversee installation projects and ensure compliance with regulations. A company van is provided, along with opportunities for career development and progression.

Benefits

Company Van Provided

Opportunities for progression

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in industrial electrical installations.
• Proven track record managing electrical installation projects.
• Ability to comply with current legislation.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical installation of company products.
• Engage with Project Manager for job handover.
• Report compliance issues affecting project completion.

Skills

Industrial electrical installations

Health and Safety compliance

Technical resource management

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installations or equivalent

AM2

Gold Card Approved Electrician

Test and Inspection 2391

Job description

Role

Lead Electrician / Installation Electrician

Locations

Various client sites across the UK

Salary

£46,750.00 - Overtime Available - Company Van Provided

Company

Proactive Global are currently in search of multiple Lead Electricians / Installation Electricians to begin work for a market leading automated machinery manufacturing company based in Hinckley. This is an exciting opportunity offering ample opportunity for progression and career development.

Reporting

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for providing technical resource for the successful delivery of Electrical Installation Projects of varying size and complexity and in compliance with current legislation.

Primary Responsibilities

You will be responsible for complete electrical installation of company products and will involve visiting client sites across the UK.

Competencies, Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years' experience of industrial electrical installations
• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installations or equivalent Electro-Technical
• AM2
• Gold Card Approved Electrician
• Test and Inspection 2391Key QMS Procedure Responsibilities

Support the delivery of Site Installation Jobs through to successful completion (QS-P4)

Specific Responsibilities

• Site Installation (QS-P4)
• Engage with Project Manager at 'Job-Handover' and resolve any queries to satisfaction
• Highlight issues or potential issues affecting successful Job delivery to the Site Supervisor

General Responsibilities

• Provide technical resource for site installations.
• Deputise for the Project Engineer when necessary.
• Deputise for other Lead Electricians in client meetings when necessary.
• Attend and engage in scheduled meetings.
• Report issues of non-compliance preventing the successful completion of projects and associated tasks.
• Report and simplify any unresolved issues of non-compliance to the Managing Director.
• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety requirements promoting the 'Safety First' message.
• Apply the principles of continuous improvement, promote and practice 5S philosophy and maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping within area of control.
• Keep up to date with statutory and legislative requirements pertinent to the role and ensure compliance to professional standards.
• Undertake specialist training as required.
• Carry out any other duties that may be reasonably required.

Key Relationships

Internal: Project Managers, Technical Manager and Site Supervisors

External: Client Representatives, Specialist Subcontractors

How to Apply

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on (phone number removed).

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

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Equality Statement

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.