Lead Electrician

IAN WILLIAMS LIMITED; Romsey; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card

Uniform, PPE and PDA provided

Generous holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Access to Lighthouse Charity support

Progression to EQS

Job summary

Ian Williams Ltd. is recruiting a Lead Electrician to drive electrical installations, inspections and quality across our Hampshire and New Forest projects. You will mentor peers, complete EICRs and Certificates, and help grow a high-performing electrical team.

The role focuses on domestic refurbishments and compliance, with progression toward an Electrical Qualifying Supervisor (EQS) and long-term career development within a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• City & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection and Testing.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671).
• Experience in domestic residential properties.
• Desire to progress to Electrical Qualifying Supervisor (EQS).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installations, repairs and testing within domestic properties.
• Complete EICRs, Minor Works Certificates and Electrical Installation Certificates accurately.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other electricians.
• Conduct quality checks and validations on electrical repairs, small works and testing activities.
• Develop skills to progress into an EQS role and review electrical certification.
• Support Building Control notifications for applicable installation works.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Inspection and Testing

18th Edition BS7671

Electrical compliance knowledge

Mentoring skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

C&G 2357 or equivalent (NVQ Level 3)

City & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection and Testing

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)

Job description

Are you an experienced Electrician looking to take the next step in your career?

We're seeking a qualified Lead Electrician to join our growing Direct Trades Team across Hampshire and the New Forest. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within our Capital Works Division, delivering high-quality planned refurbishment and improvement projects while developing towards an Electrical Qualifying Supervisor (EQS) position.

You’ll work across a diverse range of projects, including kitchen and bathroom refurbishments, fire safety improvement programmes, and specialist residential refurbishment works. As a Lead Electrician, you’ll have the opportunity to influence quality standards, support and mentor colleagues, and help build and develop your own electrical team.

If you're passionate about electrical compliance, delivering quality workmanship, and making a real difference within local communities, we'd love to hear from you.

At Ian Williams, we offer more than just a job. We provide a secure and supportive environment where your contribution is valued, your development is encouraged, and long-term career progression is genuinely supported.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £44,656 based on a 39-hour working week
• On-target earnings of circa £48,712, including bonus, overtime and travel expenses
• Company van and fuel card
• Uniform, PPE and PDA provided
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Access to free legal, financial and wellbeing support through the Lighthouse Charity
• Excellent opportunities for progression into an Electrical Qualifying Supervisor (EQS) role

Our tradespeople don't just join Ian Williams, they build long-term careers with us. We are committed to investing in our people and supporting them to achieve their professional ambitions.

The Role

As Lead Electrician, you will:

• Carry out electrical installations, repairs, maintenance and testing within domestic properties
• Complete Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), Minor Works Certificates and Electrical Installation Certificates accurately and efficiently
• Provide technical support, guidance and mentorship to other electricians
• Conduct quality checks and validations on electrical repairs, small works and inspection/testing activities
• Develop the skills and knowledge required to progress into an EQS role, including reviewing and signing off electrical certification
• Support Building Control notifications for applicable installation works
• Ensure electrical works associated with kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programmes are completed to the highest quality and compliance standards
• Undertake post-inspections and quality assurance checks in line with company and industry requirements
• Support operational teams with technical expertise whilst maintaining exceptional customer service and regulatory compliance standards

What will you bring to the Lead Electrician role?

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (C&G 2357 or equivalent)
• City & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection and Testing qualification (or equivalent)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of electrical compliance requirements
• Experience working within domestic and occupied residential properties
• A genuine ambition to develop into an Electrical Qualifying Supervisor (EQS)
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills
• A full UK driving licence

Why Join Us?

This is more than a Lead Electrician role. It's an opportunity to take ownership, influence quality standards, develop leadership skills, and progress into an Electrical Qualifying Supervisor position within a well-established and growing business.

If you're ready to take the next step in your electrical career, we'd love to hear from you.

Working at Ian Williams means stability, safety and the chance to go further with us. Our employees benefit from long-term secured work, due to our contracts, a guaranteed 39 hour paid week and consistent opportunities to boost earnings.

We strive to create a leading safety culture, recognised by the ROSPA Presidential Award, which gives us a stay culture.

Our Trades community has an average length of service of 4.5 years. You'll be joining a company where your skills, your hard work is rewarded, and we'll support your development both on and off the tools. We are proud our Tradespeople have grown into Business and General Managers. Don't just apply for a job, apply for a career!

About Ian Williams Ltd:

Explore more about us via our website and social media platforms including LinkedIn, Facebook, Indeed, and Glassdoor.

All successful applicants will undergo a DBS criminal records check, and we fully comply with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the DBS Code of Practice.

Ian Williams is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, inclusion, and fairness across all characteristics.

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