Tunnel Electrician – Tunnelling & Heavy Civils Expert

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Gallagher Ltd is seeking an experienced Tunnel Electrician to join our growing tunnelling and heavy civil engineering operations across the UK. You will install, maintain, test and fault-find electrical systems within tunnel environments to keep equipment operational and compliant with safety standards.

Role involves working on major infrastructure projects, collaborating with site teams to ensure efficient tunnelling operations and adherence to health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• ECS/JIB Gold Card preferred.
• Experience in heavy civils, infrastructure, tunnelling or construction projects.
• Knowledge of temporary electrical installations and site power distribution.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems within tunnelling works.
• Fault-finding and diagnosis on electrical plant and equipment.
• Installation and maintenance of tunnel ventilation, pumping and lighting systems.
• Carrying out inspections and electrical testing.
• Ensuring works comply with regulations and site procedures.
• Support tunnelling operations to minimise downtime and maximise productivity.
• Collaborate with site management and engineering teams.

Skills

Electrical installation

Fault finding

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds

Tools

ECS/JIB Gold Card

Job description

Joseph Gallagher Ltd is seeking an experienced Tunnel Electrician to join our growing tunnelling and heavy civil engineering operations across the UK. You will install, maintain, test and fault-find electrical systems within tunnel environments to keep equipment operational and compliant with safety standards.

Role involves working on major infrastructure projects, collaborating with site teams to ensure efficient tunnelling operations and adherence to health and safety requirements.