Approved Electrician, Mobile, £45k 65k ote, vehicle included, (£22-24 paid door to door) Reading + overtime + call out Payment
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Approved Electrician to join a specialist engineering contractor delivering electrical installation and commissioning projects within the utilities and infrastructure sectors.
This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of electrical installation, testing and commissioning activities, primarily within water utilities and other process-driven environments. The Electrician will support multiple projects, ensuring electrical systems are installed safely, efficiently and in line with current regulations.
Key Responsibilities as a Electrician:
* Carry out electrical installation work in accordance with BS7671 wiring regulations
* Install, service and repair low voltage electrical control systems
* Install and commission instrumentation systems, including pressure, level, temperature and flow devices
* Read and interpret schematic drawings, electrical drawings and technical specifications
* Diagnose electrical faults and carry out structured troubleshooting
* Complete initial verification and periodic inspection and testing
* Ensure electrical installations remain compliant with certification bodies such as NICEIC or ECA
* Produce clear technical reports and documentation
* Participate in a 24/7 call-out rota supporting reactive breakdown work
* Follow company health and safety procedures and quality management systems
Essential Experience and Qualifications
* Previous experience working as an Approved Electrician
* Experience within water utilities, utilities infrastructure, or other process-driven industrial environments
* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
* 18th Edition (BS7671)
* City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing
* ECS Gold Card
* Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Basic IT skills and ability to produce digital reports
* Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable Experience
● Water or wastewater sector experience
● IPAF or PASMA
● SSSTS
● CompEx
What's on Offer
● Salary up to £45,000
● Company vehicle
● 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
● Long service leave awards of up to 5 additional days
● Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer contribution)
● Training and development opportunities
● Employee Assistance Programme including:
* 24-hour assistance line
* Telephone counselling
* Face-to-face counselling
* Health and wellbeing advice
* Standby payments
This Approved Electrician opportunity offers the chance to work across major utilities and infrastructure projects while continuing to develop technical expertise within a supportive engineering environment.
Apply today to learn more about this role