Project Electrician

Equation Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Annual Leave 25 days + 8 bank holidays

Pension Scheme (People's)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Mental Health Support

Job summary

Equation Recruitment is seeking a Project Electrician to lead electrical installations across commercial and residential sites in London. You’ll work on occupied buildings, performing fault-finding, wiring, lighting, and containment tasks to a high standard.

You’ll collaborate with contracts managers and clients, prioritise safety, and deliver excellent service while maintaining regulatory compliance and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical installations on commercial and residential projects.
• BS7671 / 18th Edition qualification.
• C&G 2391 Testing & Inspection desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical systems in line with 18th Edition and BS7671.
• Install and maintain lighting, small power, wiring and containment systems.
• Fault-finding on existing systems and site surveys.
• Liaise with Contracts Managers, operations teams and clients.
• Ensure safety, quality and high workmanship standards.
• Work with lighting control systems (DALI/Exor).
• Maintain NICEIC compliance and regulatory standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Health and safety awareness

Work under pressure

Team player

Planning and prioritisation

Education

BS7671 / 18th Edition

C&G 2391 Testing & Inspection

CSCS Card

Tools

DALI lighting control

Exor lighting control

Job description

Project Electrician

To 45k

Location: London / Multiple Sites

Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm

The Role of the Project Electrician

A well-established independent building contractor is seeking an experienced Project Electrician to join its team, working across commercial and residential projects throughout London.

The successful candidate will work within high-profile, occupied buildings and will be responsible for installing, maintaining and fault-finding on a range of electrical systems. The role requires a technically capable, client-facing electrician who takes pride in delivering high standards of workmanship.

The electrician will work closely with Contracts Managers, Operations Managers, clients, colleagues and suppliers, with a strong focus on safety, customer service and quality.

Key Responsibilities of the Project Electrician

• Install electrical systems in accordance with 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and BS7671.
• Install and maintain lighting, small power, wiring and containment systems.
• Undertake electrical fault-finding on existing systems.
• Carry out site surveys independently or alongside clients to establish requirements.
• Provide accurate information and professional assessments to Contracts Managers and clients.
• Work with lighting control systems, including DALI and Exor.
• Maintain a strong understanding of IEE regulations and NICEIC requirements.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, accurately and to a high professional standard.
• Develop positive relationships with existing clients and provide excellent customer service.
• Identify issues or opportunities that can be highlighted to clients.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a small team.
• Plan and prioritise workloads while maintaining attention to detail.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and a proactive, can-do approach.

Project Electrician Requirements

• Proven experience in electrical installations.
• BS7671 / 18th Edition qualification.
• C&G 2391 Testing & Inspection qualification is desirable.
• CSCS Card.
• Knowledge of NICEIC requirements.
• Strong awareness of health and safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• The ability to work independently and within a small team.
• Strong planning and prioritisation skills.

What's on Offer

• Life Assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
• People's Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to a Mental Health First Aider
• Refer a Friend to Work Scheme
• Discretionary Bonus
• Tools, Uniform & PPE provided
• Professional Development opportunities
• Occupational Health Support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced overtime rates providing additional earning potential