Mobile Electrician
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: Up to £40,000
On-Call: £125 retainer per shift (up to 4 times per year) + minimum 4 hours paid per call-out
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Overview
We’re currently recruiting for a Mobile Electrician to join a dedicated facilities maintenance team working across multiple sites in Edinburgh. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive salary and additional pay for occasional on-call duties.
The role involves covering several key locations with flexibility to support other sites during staff leave or absences. A company van is provided for work-related travel to ensure you can carry out your duties efficiently and safely.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled electrician looking to expand their experience across varied environments and progress within a supportive and professional team.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform planned and preventative electrical maintenance
* Diagnose and replace failed domestic electrical components
* Respond to faults and breakdowns under appropriate safe systems of work
* Conduct fault-finding and problem-solving across systems
* Complete electrical installation works to current wiring regulations
* Inspect and test electrical installations (in line with BS7671 standards)
* Monitor and manage stock of critical electrical spares
* Maintain a strong focus on health and safety compliance
What You’ll Need
Essential:
* Recognised technical qualification (e.g. City & Guilds 2365 Parts 1–3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
* Experience in electrical maintenance, testing, and installation
* Solid understanding of Electrical Systems and the Electricity at Work Regulations
* Ability to work independently and at heights
* Strong initiative and problem-solving skills
Desirable:
* IT literacy or experience with digital maintenance systems
* Flexibility to work across multiple sites when needed
Applicants who meet most, but not all, requirements are still encouraged to apply. Training and development support may be available.
Please note: This role requires successful completion of an enhanced background check due to the nature of the working environment.
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £40,000
* On-call retainer: £125 per shift (up to 4 times/year) + minimum 4-hour call-out pay
* 24 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to purchase more)
* Company pension scheme with employer contributions
* Ongoing career development and training opportunities
* Access to flexible benefits including retail discounts, Cycle2Work, and gym membership
* 2 paid volunteering days per year
* Supportive policies for parents and carers
* Health and wellbeing support
Get in touch with Jacob from HVAC for more info