Electrician

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; Orkney; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Electrician for a temporary contract role based in South Africa, North West, Orkney, offering £16.57 per hour. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in electrical maintenance, handle both planned and reactive works, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Responsibilities include diagnosing faults, testing circuits, and maintaining emergency systems. Interested applicants can apply via the agency's website or email their CV quoting the reference number 460960.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in maintaining and repairing electrical systems.
• Ability to inspect and test electrical installations in compliance with regulations.
• Experience with emergency lighting and building management systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive works across various systems.
• Work with estates and facilities teams to resolve urgent breakdowns.
• Maintain accurate records of electrical installations.

Skills

Strong technical expertise in electrical maintenance

Diagnosing faults

Circuit testing

Job description

Electrician needed in Leyland

This is a temporary contract paying £16.57ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: 460960

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise in electrical maintenance and repair, ensuring all facilities remain safe, compliant, and fully operational. They will carry out planned and reactive works across a range of systems including lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, and emergency equipment, while adhering to strict health and safety standards. They will diagnose faults, replace defective components, undertake rewiring and circuit testing, and maintain accurate records of all electrical installations.

They will work collaboratively with estates and facilities teams, responding effectively to urgent breakdowns and supporting security‑critical infrastructure to guarantee reliable service delivery. The role also involves inspecting and testing electrical systems in line with current regulations, maintaining emergency lighting and building management systems, and contributing to the smooth running of the environment through professional, dependable performance.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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