Electrician (Midlands)
Matchtech
Our client, a leader in the water sector, is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Electrician to join their team on a permanent basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and fault-finding activities
- Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive remedial works
- Install, modify, repair, and replace electrical equipment including switchgear, distribution boards, containment, cabling, motors, controls, and associated systems
- Diagnose faults and implement effective technical solutions
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation
- Support commissioning and functional testing activities
- Ensure all works comply with BS 7671, ECS procedures, and client technical standards
- Complete site documentation including RAMS, permits, inspection records, test certificates, and commissioning sheets
Job Requirements:
- Recognised electrical qualification essential (Electrical Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- ECS / JIB Gold Card or equivalent industry-recognised competency card
- Strong technical understanding of electrical installations and safe isolation procedures
- Experience in maintenance, fault finding, and installation works
- Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
- Strong understanding of health and safety requirements
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- Inspection and Testing (2391 or equivalent)
- Experience working on water utility or industrial assets
- Experience with MCCs, motors, pumps, PLC panels, and control systems
- Confined Space training
- LV authorised person / switching experience
- HV awareness or authorisation
- IPAF / PASMA / CPCS / lifting operations
- First Aid
Benefits:
- Competitive salary - £21.50 - £23.00 per hour + fuel card, van and lodge expenses.
- Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and challenging projects
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Employee benefits package
If you have a strong background in electrical maintenance and installation within the water sector and are looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.
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