Lead Electrician

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Lead Electrician to join a growing property and building maintenance company. The role involves a hybrid mix of office and site work, managing projects and conducting surveys while ensuring high-quality service. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in electrical installation, project management, and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive salary and attractive perks, making it a fantastic opportunity for career progression.

Benefits

Company van

Fuel allowance

Laptop

Overtime pay

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Extra day after 5 years

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cash plans

Training and development

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience leading electrical projects and managing teams.
• Proven skills in planning and executing electrical works.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with management and clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and prepare detailed quotes for projects.
• Assist the Electrical Manager in project coordination and scheduling.
• Maintain quality standards in hands-on electrical inspections and installations.

Skills

Electrical installation and maintenance

Project management

Surveying and quoting

Job description

Job Description

Lead Electrician

Frome Bath Bristol

£38,000 - £42,000 DOE + Company van + Fuel + Laptop + Testers + Overtime at 1.5x + 28 days holiday + Birthday off + Extra day after 5 years + Pension + EAP + Cash plans + Training & development + Clear progression into senior and management roles

Are you an experienced electrician ready to step up into a Lead role with a hybrid mix of office and site work?

Do you want to work closely with management while leading projects, conducting surveys, and preparing quotes for exciting electrical works?

My client is a well-established property and building maintenance company, specialising in electrical works across social housing, commercial projects, and street works. With 19 years' experience and a team of 60, the business is growing fast, aiming to exceed £4M turnover this year. They're now looking for a proactive Lead Electrician to support the Electrical Manager and take ownership of key projects.

In this hybrid role, you'll split your time between site visits and office work. Your responsibilities will include conducting surveys, preparing quotes and pricing, planning works, and supporting the Electrical Manager with scheduling and project coordination. You'll also maintain some hands-on electrical work, inspections, testing, remedials, and installations, ensuring high-quality service for clients.

The ideal candidate is an experienced,...