Job Title:Compex Electrician
Location: Field Based, Ideally you will live within 30 miles of Knowsley, Liverpool.
Salary:£51,230.65 + Company Van + Fuel Card + Night out allowance + Overtime.
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm (40 hours)
Contract / Permanent: Permanent Vacancy
Start Date: ASAP
Overview:
EC&I Partners is pleased to be representing a leading UK energy business seeking a Lead Hazardous Area Electrician. This is an exciting, field-based role offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits, ideal for a technically skilled professional who enjoys leading teams and delivering high-quality electrical projects across Hazardous and Non-Hazardous environments.
The organisation is committed to safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions and is actively investing in renewable technologies to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2040.
Benefits & Rewards
25 days' holiday plus statutory (option to buy 5 additional days)
Pension with employer contribution
Life assurance up to 4x salary
£30 per night payment for overnight work
Company van, tools, and qualification renewal costs covered
Fully funded eye test and contribution towards glasses
Health Cash Plan worth up to £900 per year
Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits
Training and development opportunities
Retail discounts at 900+ outlets
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
One paid volunteering day per year
Monthly employee recognition awards
Annual flu vaccination
Responsibilities:
As a Hazardous Area Electrician, you will:
Support and lead internal and external electrical projects across the UK.
Act as the main on-site point of contact, ensuring smooth project execution and clear communication.
Install, inspect, test, and maintain electrical systems in Hazardous and Non-Hazardous environments.
Ensure compliance with IECEx/ATEX standards and all relevant safety regulations.
Read and interpret schematic, loop, P&ID, and zone drawings, as well as control systems documentation.
Diagnose and resolve electrical faults effectively while promoting a culture of safety on-site.
This is a varied and rewarding role suitable for someone who is organised, technically proficient, and confident in leading site-based teams.
Skills & Qualifications Required
Approved Electrician with an accredited apprenticeship or equivalent (JIB Gold Card or higher).
Compex 01-04 or IECEx COPC Modules EX001-EX008.
C&G 2391 / 2391-52 / 2394 & 2395 - Inspection and Testing certification.
CCSNG/JIB or equivalent safety passport.
Experienced with IECEx/ATEX rated equipment, including motors, control stations, junction boxes, and lighting.
Proficient in installation of metal trunking, conduit, tray systems, SWA cables, and LV distribution equipment.
Strong understanding of control systems and electrical documentation.
Willing to work in a physically demanding role involving travel and occasional heavy lifting.
About the Client
Our client is a well-established UK energy provider with a history of over three decades supplying reliable off-grid energy. With backing from a strong international group, they are investing in renewable technologies, including heat pumps, solar panels, and biofuels, aiming to achieve100% renewable energy by 2040.
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