Senior Approved Electrician

Alecto Recruitment; Bierton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle & Fuel Card

Company pension

Career progression

Job summary

Alecto Recruitment is seeking a Senior Approved Electrician / Electrical Supervisor to lead on large-scale electrical projects across the Home Counties. You will supervise labour, manage materials, coordinate subcontractors and liaise with clients to keep works progressing on time and within budget.

The role requires NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition, 2391/2392, and SMSTS/SSSTS/NEBOSH, with a proven track record in supervision on commercial sites. The salary is £45,000–£50,000 p.a.

Qualifications

• Qualified Approved Electrician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• 18th Edition (BS7671).
• 2391/2392 Inspection & Testing.
• SMSTS/SSSTS/NEBOSH.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of electrical projects on site.
• Lead and coordinate electricians, labour and subcontractors to ensure work is carried out efficiently.
• Liaise with clients, main contractors and project managers to keep works progressing smoothly.
• Plan and manage labour, materials, plant and site resources.
• Ensure site teams have the correct information, drawings and support needed to deliver the project.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, health & safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor progress, solve on-site issues, and help deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Provide technical leadership and set the standard for the team on site.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Electrical supervision

Team motivation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Job description

Senior Approved Electrician / Electrical Supervisor

Location: Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire & surrounding Home Counties areas

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive salary + company van + benefits

An established contractor with over 40 years of experience delivering electrical fit-out, maintenance, alteration and large‑scale construction projects.

Take the lead on large-scale electrical projects across the Home Counties. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong, commercially aware electrician who can run projects from site, lead teams effectively, and ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. The role involves supervising labour, ordering materials and plant, liaising with contractors and clients, and managing subcontractors on projects that can reach £800,000.

This role will suit someone who is more than just a good electrician – we are looking for a proven leader of teams, someone who can organise site activity, maintain standards, solve problems, and get the best out of the people around them.

Responsibilities Include:

• Taking responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of electrical projects on site.
• Leading and coordinating electricians, labour and subcontractors to ensure work is carried out efficiently.
• Liaising with clients, main contractors and project managers to keep works progressing smoothly.
• Planning and managing labour, materials, plant and site resources.
• Ensuring site teams have the correct information, drawings and support needed to deliver the project.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, health & safety, and compliance with current regulations, toolbox talks, risk assessments and site safety responsibilities.
• Monitoring progress, solving on‑site issues, and helping deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Providing technical leadership and setting the standard for the team on site.

What our client is looking for:

• A qualified Approved Electrician with relevant electrical qualifications, such as NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition (BS7671).
• 2391 / 2392 Inspection & Testing
• SMSTS / SSSTS / NEBOSH
• Proven experience running electrical projects, including managing labour, materials and subcontractors.
• Previous experience in a similar supervisory role on commercial or large-scale projects.
• A strong leader who can motivate teams, maintain discipline on site and drive productivity.
• Good commercial awareness and the ability to keep projects running efficiently.

In return:

• £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
• Vehicle & Fuel Card
• Company pension
• Genuine career progression and development

If you feel you have the necessary skills to fulfil this position, please apply or reach out to (url removed) directly.

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