Electrician in Andover, Hampshire

Approved Electrician (Commercial)

Location: Hampshire
Position: Approved Electrician

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established contractor seeking an experienced Approved Electrician to join their team on a long-term commercial project based in Hampshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled electrician with a strong commercial installation background who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and maintaining excellent health and safety standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of electrical installation, inspection and testing works within a professional and established project team.

Please note: Candidates must be able to successfully pass a minimum BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Installing commercial electrical systems in accordance with current regulations and project specifications.

• Installing containment systems, including cable tray, basket, trunking and conduit.

• Installing and terminating SWA and LV cabling.

• Carrying out distribution board installations, alterations and upgrades.

• Completing power and lighting installations.

• Undertaking electrical inspection, testing and certification of completed works.

• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and technical specifications.

• Ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

• Working collaboratively with site management and other trades to ensure successful project delivery.

• Adhering to strict health, safety and site security procedures.

Essential Requirements

• JIB Gold Card – Approved Electrician status.

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2018+A2:2022).

• City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 Inspection & Testing qualification (or equivalent).

• Proven experience working on commercial electrical installations.

• Strong knowledge of containment systems, SWA cabling and distribution boards.

• Experience in electrical inspection, testing and certification.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.

• Ability to successfully obtain a minimum BPSS security clearance.

• Full UK Driving Licence (preferred).

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working on MOD projects, defence, nuclear or other high-security sites.

• Existing BPSS, SC or DV security clearance.

• Experience delivering electrical installations on large-scale commercial projects.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a reliable, professional and safety-conscious Approved Electrician who can confidently work both independently and as part of a wider project team.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent technical knowledge, strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality electrical installations in accordance with industry regulations and site requirements.

What's on Offer?

• Long-term commercial project 

• Opportunity to work within a professional and experienced project team.

• Exposure to a variety of commercial electrical installations and specialist works.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Approved Electrician with a strong commercial background and are interested in securing long-term work in Andover, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.