Lead Electrician&Nbsp;-&Nbsp;Installation

Upfront Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Door-to-door travel

Overtime rates

Company vehicle

Mobile phone

Structured training and qualifications

Progression opportunities

Occasional overseas work

Job summary

Upfront Recruitment is seeking a time-served Lead Electrician to head installation projects across the UK, with occasional overseas work. You will manage electrical installations from planning through testing and certification, guide junior labour, and work with project managers and clients to deliver high-quality results.

The role covers LV systems and control systems in commercial, industrial and MOD settings.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and a professional approach.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services completed apprenticeship, AM2 and Test & Inspect Level 3 are required.
• ECS grade card is required and SC clearance is achievable with support from the employer.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical installations from planning through to testing and certification.
• Brief and guide junior labour; work with project managers and clients.
• Install LV electrical systems and control systems in commercial/industrial/MOD buildings.
• Read plans and specifications to plan layouts; organise the on-site team.
• Carry out testing and certification to relevant codes and standards.

Skills

Good communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services

Completed apprenticeship certificate

AM2

Test & Inspect Level 3

ECS grade card

Job description

Lead Electrician - Installation

Hampshire, working throughout the UK and occasionally overseas

Up to £47,000 DOE, plus door-to-door travel, overtime rates, company vehicle and mobile phone

If you're a time-served installation electrician ready to lead your own sites, this is the step up. Our client is a well-established Hampshire building services contractor, trusted by defence, commercial and industrial clients. The work is varied and demanding, and the business is growing.

This is an installation role, not maintenance or service. As Lead Electrician, you will take charge of electrical installations from planning through to testing and certification. You will brief and guide junior labour, work closely with project managers and clients, and be the person people rely on to get it right.

What you'll be doing

• Installing LV electrical systems and electrical control systems in commercial, industrial and MOD buildings
• Reading building plans and specifications to plan the layout of electrical systems
• Carrying out electrical testing and certification, including NICEIC certificates, on time
• Organising the electrical team on site and briefing them on the installation and all H&S requirements
• Preparing materials lists and supply orders
• Passing information to project managers for project costings
• Assisting with site surveys, and supporting quotes, tenders and enquiries
• Making sure all work meets the relevant codes of practice, manufacturer requirements and environmental standards
• Helping the mechanical team when needed

What you'll need

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services
• A completed apprenticeship certificate
• AM2
• A valid ECS grade card
• Test & Inspect qualification to Level 3
• The ability to achieve SC clearance (support is given with the process)
• A full UK driving licence
• Good communication skills and a positive, professional approach

What you'll get

• Up to £47,000 depending on experience
• Door-to-door travel and overtime rates
• Company vehicle and mobile phone
• Structured training and sponsorship for further qualifications
• A clear route to progress with a growing company
• Important projects across the UK, with the occasional chance to work abroad
• A supportive, respectful team. The company employs for attitude and teaches skills, and welcomes applications from ex-forces personnel.