Electrical Installation Engineer / Technician – Rail Systems (London)
Firstco West Drayton, England, United Kingdom
At Firstco, we consult, design, build and support a range of control & communication systems within transport and other critical national infrastructure industries.
Due to growing project demand, we are looking for an experienced Electrical Installation Engineer / Technician to join our expanding rail systems team.
The role will primarily be site‑based at our Heathrow site, but you may be required to work in other locations around the Greater London area from time to time. Many works will be required during night shifts to meet operational and safety constraints.
Key Responsibilities
* Installation, modification and maintenance of Station Security and Information Systems (SIS) such as PLC control panels, CCTV, Public Address & Voice Alarm (PAVA), Customer Information Systems (CIS), electrical distribution and control panels, and station power and communications infrastructure.
* Undertake planned and reactive maintenance across rail control & communication systems.
* Carry out electrical installation, system modifications, and panel upgrades for projects.
* Provide project support across installation, integration and testing/commissioning.
* Contribute to the safety and compliance of all works to industry standards.
* Night and weekend work as and when required.
Qualifications, Experience and Education
* Time‑served electrical engineer or technician with relevant NVQ/SVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent qualifications.
* Qualified to the latest edition of the IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671 – 18th Edition or later).
* Demonstrable experience of electrical installation and maintenance in UK rail environments.
* PTS (Personal Track Safety) and awareness of Rail standards.
* Able to demonstrate practical installation and fault‑finding skills.
* Permitted to work and live in the UK without sponsorship.
* Qualified to obtain necessary passes to work air‑side, track‑side, in sub‑surface rail locations, and in secure environments (licenses and training will be provided, but the applicant must meet eligibility criteria).
* UK driving licence.
Non‑Rail / Airport Work
All Firstco staff are occasionally required to work on non‑rail projects and undertake additional duties as reasonably requested. All employees are expected to comply with health, safety, quality, and relevant industry standards at all times.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
If you’re ready to be part of a growing and dynamic team helping to deliver vital railway infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you.
#J-18808-Ljbffr