Naval Electrician: Shipboard Power & Control (Type 26)

BAE Systems; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Glasgow area seeks an Electrician to join a dedicated team building power and control systems for Type 26 frigates. The role involves installing cables, terminating equipment, and interpreting schematics on onsite projects in Glasgow, with attendance at a recruitment day in Glasgow.

The candidate should hold a Modern Apprenticeship (SVQ Level 3) or equivalent and SJIB card, with marine or industrial experience and strong adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Modern Apprenticeship (SVQ Level 3) or equivalent trade qualification with SJIB card.
• Experience in marine installations or major industrial environments.
• Familiarity with risk assessments, PUWER, COSHH, and safe working requirements.
• Ability to read and follow trade drawings, electrical schematics, and technical instructions.
• Knowledge of tag-out processes and safe proving-dead procedures.
• Skills in mounting electrical equipment, earthing components, and completing cable terminations to trade standards.

Responsibilities

• Install cables (multi-core, single-core, and coaxial) and electrical systems.
• Handle cable termination and installation of electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical docs.
• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams to complete electrical installations on time.
• Ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Multi-core cables

Single-core cables

Cable termination

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

SVQ Level 3 (Modern Apprenticeship)

SJIB card

Job description

BAE Systems in Glasgow area seeks an Electrician to join a dedicated team building power and control systems for Type 26 frigates. The role involves installing cables, terminating equipment, and interpreting schematics on onsite projects in Glasgow, with attendance at a recruitment day in Glasgow.

The candidate should hold a Modern Apprenticeship (SVQ Level 3) or equivalent and SJIB card, with marine or industrial experience and strong adherence to safety standards.