Job Overview
Mitie
We are seeking an experienced Electrician to undertake all aspects of electrical and LED lighting installations, including minor works, testing, and inspection where applicable.
The role involves delivering lighting and electrical projects across retail, industrial, commercial and government sectors, ensuring high standards of quality, safety and customer satisfaction.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Carry out LED lighting and electrical installations to the required standards.
- Collaborate closely with the Lighting Project Team, subcontractors and Project Manager to meet project deadlines and quality objectives.
- Work from electrical drawings, including installation, circuit and schematic diagrams.
- Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to specification with minimal rework.
- Maintain a good working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and adhere to all site safety protocols.
- Accurately complete all work‑related documentation (reports, timesheets, inspection records, etc.).
- Take responsibility for the company vehicle, tools and materials.
- Work nights and away from home as required (majority of work occurs outside of normal working hours, Monday to Friday).
- Undertake additional duties as instructed by the Project Manager.
Requirements
- Fully qualified to 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS7671).
- 2383-18 18th Edition Update certification.
- 2391-52 Test & Inspection – desirable (training available if required).
- SSSTS accreditation – desirable (training available if required).
- Knowledge of EV charging units – desirable (training available if required).
- IPAF and/or PASMA certifications – desirable (training available if required).
- Ability to work at heights (up to 3 metres) and lift weights up to 25kg.
- Must be able to work nights and travel/stay away from home.
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
- Full UK driving licence (essential).
Skills & Attributes
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Problem‑solving mindset with attention to detail.
- Self‑motivated, reliable and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to adapt to technical advancements and attend training as needed.
- Professional, diligent and committed to quality workmanship.
Benefits
Our market‑leading offering provides benefits that suit your lifestyle, including a virtual GP, Salary Finance scheme, flexible lifestyle benefits platform "Choices", up to five extra days’ holiday each year, critical illness insurance, dental treatment, technology products at an affordable cost, high‑street discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover up to four times your salary, enhanced pension contributions, a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme and the Mitie Matching Share Plan.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any reasonable adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing Pankaj Chaudhary at pankaj.chaudhary@mitie.com.
