Marine Electrician – Naval Vessel Electrical Installations

Energy Jobline ZR; Erskine; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking an Electrician in Glasgow to install and terminate a range of cables and electrical systems on Type 26 frigates. You will read schematics, collaborate with shipbuilding teams, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role requires a Modern Apprenticeship or SVQ Level 3 trade qualification and SJIB card, with experience in marine or large industrial environments. Onsite work with a structured shift pattern and potential recruitment day in Glasgow.

Qualifications

• Completed Modern Apprenticeship or SVQ Level 3 trade qualification.
• Experience in marine installations or major industrial environments.
• Familiar with PUWER, COSHH and safe working requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install cables (multi-core, single core, coaxial) and electrical systems.
• Terminating cables and installing electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and technical docs.
• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams for timely installations.
• Ensure work complies with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Cable installation

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

SVQ Level 3 / Modern Apprenticeship

Job description

BAE Systems is seeking an Electrician in Glasgow to install and terminate a range of cables and electrical systems on Type 26 frigates. You will read schematics, collaborate with shipbuilding teams, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role requires a Modern Apprenticeship or SVQ Level 3 trade qualification and SJIB card, with experience in marine or large industrial environments. Onsite work with a structured shift pattern and potential recruitment day in Glasgow.