Approved Electricians
Wakefield (Nationwide travel)
Full-time, permanent
Pay: £16.50 per hour + plenty of overtime (enhanced rates) + paid travel, accommodation & expenses when working away
Salary increase after successful probationary period
The opportunity
We're supporting a dynamic, forward‑thinking contractor with a strong order book across retail, leisure and commercial sectors. They're hiring Approved Electricians to deliver high‑quality installations, inspection and testing on sites throughout the UK. Based from Wakefield, you'll travel nationally with accommodation, travel and expenses covered when working away.
What's in it for you
£16.50ph + enhanced OT, paid travel, accommodation & expenses when away
Salary increase after successful probationary period
25 days' holiday + 8 bank holidays
Pension scheme (post‑probation)
On‑call / working‑away / out‑of‑hours allowances where applicable
Employee referral scheme
Learning & development with professional progression
Diverse nationwide projects with a supportive, growing teamWhat you'll be doing
As an Approved Electrician, you will:
Lead and motivate site teams, ensuring safe, compliant delivery
Liaise with clients and internal departments to clarify scope and programme
Carry out electrical installations, inspection & testing; troubleshoot and drive continuous improvement
Deliver reactive maintenance and planned/cyclical maintenance across live environments
Complete minor works installations, conduct testing & inspection, and issue valid test certificates on completion
Support fixed‑schedule new build and refurbishment projects to a high standard
Maintain facilities to agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Ensure safe operation of all plant, equipment and tools at all times
Use an electronic tablet system to submit timesheets, test forms and expense claimsWhat we're looking for
We're seeking Approved Electricians with:
NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and 18th Edition
2391 Inspection & Testing (preferred)
Valid CSCS/ECS card
Full UK driving licence
Strong grasp of current Health & Safety and safe working practices
Understanding of working to SLAs and delivering first‑time‑fix wherever possible
Flexibility for UK‑wide travel and occasional stays away
Proven leadership, problem‑solving, and a passion for safety and qualityWhere you'll work
Predominantly field‑based across the UK with occasional office visits when required
Monday to Friday as standard, with overtime available (enhanced rates)
Apply via the online instructions - HMIND INDHIM