Ventilation & Electrical Installation Engineer – On‑Site

Novara People Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Novara People Ltd. is seeking an experienced Electrical / M&E Installation Engineer for on-site installations across London and the South of England.

You will work with a small team to install electrical and mechanical ventilation systems, reading drawings and ensuring work meets safety and quality standards. The role requires strong electrical expertise, independent site work, and effective communication with contractors and project managers.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification or equivalent
• 17th/18th Edition
• Valid ECS or CSCS card
• SSSTS or SMSTS - required for the Supervisor position
• Full UK Driving Licence - preferred due to travel involved
• City & Guilds 2391 - preferred but not essential

Responsibilities

• Install specialist electrical and mechanical ventilation systems on site
• Work across various sites throughout London and the South of England
• Carry out electrical installation works to required standards
• Support mechanical installation works where required
• Read and work from drawings and specifications
• Test and commission systems following installation
• Fault finding and resolving issues on site
• Control panel wiring where required
• Work closely with Project Managers throughout each project
• Provide regular progress updates by phone, email and face‑to‑face
• Liaise professionally with Main Contractors and M&E Contractors on site
• Ensure installations are completed to specification and programme
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and health & safety
• Supervise labourers or apprentices where required

Skills

Electrical installations

Ventilation systems

Reading drawings

Testing & commissioning

Fault finding

Control panel wiring

Site supervision

Travel readiness

Liaising with contractors

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification

17th/18th Edition

Valid ECS or CSCS card

SSSTS or SMSTS

Full UK Driving Licence

City & Guilds 2391 - preferred

Job description

Novara People Ltd. is seeking an experienced Electrical / M&E Installation Engineer for on-site installations across London and the South of England.

You will work with a small team to install electrical and mechanical ventilation systems, reading drawings and ensuring work meets safety and quality standards. The role requires strong electrical expertise, independent site work, and effective communication with contractors and project managers.