Electrician

Electricians, Approved Electricians & Electrical Technicians

London & Thames Valley
£24.84 - £30.22 per hour *Depending on experience
10-hour days

Monday to Friday

Permanent PAYE & Self-Employed/Subcontract Opportunities

LOS Electrical Engineers is continuing to grow, and we are looking for experienced electrical professionals to join our site teams across London and the Thames Valley.

We have opportunities available at three levels:

• Electrician: £24.84 per hour
• Approved Electrician: £26.40 per hour
• Electrical Technician: £30.22 per hour

We are open to both permanently employed and self-employed/subcontract professionals, with an enhanced rate available for subcontractors to reflect the requirement to provide their own vehicle, fuel and tools.

About LOS Electrical

LOS is a specialist electrical engineering contractor delivering large-scale electrical projects predominantly across the water, utilities and industrial sectors.  We sit within the GEL Group comprised of LOS Electrical, GEL Engineering & Hydrofast.

Our capabilities include:

• Large-scale electrical installations
• Hazardous area DSEAR and ATEX installations
• Electrical design and system upgrades
• MCC installations
• In-house panel building
• Testing and commissioning

We have built our reputation around technically correct, high-quality installations and properly engineered solutions.  Standards are high, support is strong and accountability goes both ways.

Many members of our team have built long-term careers with LOS, and we actively support people who want to develop their technical knowledge and progress within the business.

The Role

Working across client sites throughout London and the Thames Valley, you will support the installation, maintenance, testing and delivery of electrical systems within operational and industrial environments.

Depending on your level of experience and qualifications, responsibilities may include:

• Electrical installation across industrial environments
• Installation of containment, cabling and electrical equipment
• Inspection, testing and fault finding
• Reading and working from electrical drawings and technical documentation
• Supporting testing and commissioning activities
• Maintaining accurate project and testing documentation
• Working safely within live operational environments
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and housekeeping
• Representing LOS professionally when working on client sites

Electrician - £24.84 per hour

We are looking for qualified Electricians with:

• Relevant City & Guilds electrical qualifications
• Valid JIB/ECS Card
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Good practical electrical installation experience
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Ability to work effectively as part of a site team

Industrial or water sector experience would be beneficial but is not essential for the right candidate.

Approved Electrician - £26.40 per hour

In addition to the above, Approved Electricians should have:

• City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent inspection and testing qualification
• Minimum two years' relevant experience
• Strong inspection, testing and fault-finding capability
• Ability to work competently and independently once briefed
• Good understanding of electrical documentation and compliance

Electrical Technician - £30.22 per hour

Our Electrical Technician opportunities are suited to experienced electrical professionals with:

• Minimum four years' relevant experience
• Appropriate electrical qualifications
• Electrical design qualifications and experience
• Strong technical understanding of electrical systems
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Experience supporting technically complex project delivery
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Hours & Rates

All roles operate on:

10-hour days, Monday to Friday

PAYE rates for new starters:

• Electrician: £24.84 per hour
• Approved Electrician: £26.40 per hour
• Electrical Technician: £30.22 per hour

Self-employed and subcontract professionals are also welcome to apply. An enhanced rate is available to reflect contractors providing their own vehicle, fuel and tools.

Permanent Employee Benefits

For permanently employed members of the LOS team, the package includes:

• Company van and fuel card
• Holiday entitlement
• Company pension
• Funded training and additional qualifications

Tools and equipment required for the role will also be provided to permanently employed team members.

The Type of Engineer We Want

Qualifications matter, but so does how you work.

We are looking for people who:

• Take genuine pride in their workmanship
• Are punctual, reliable and professional
• Take health and safety seriously
• Work well as part of a team
• Are accountable for the quality of their work
• Are willing to learn and continue developing
• Approach problems constructively
• Represent LOS professionally on site

Whether you are an experienced Electrician looking for your next move, an Approved Electrician ready to take on greater responsibility, or an Electrical Technician looking for technically challenging work, we would welcome a conversation.

Progression

Engineers can move into:

• Supervisory roles
• Electrical design
• Project management
• Specialist DSEAR technical routes

We promote from within wherever possible and actively support career development.

Whether you are an experienced Electrician looking for your next move, an Approved Electrician ready to take on greater responsibility, or an Electrical Technician looking for technically challenging work, we would welcome a conversation.