Qualified Electrician - Team Lead in Surbiton, Greater London

Hands-on Lead Electrician / Electrical Supervisor

Location: Surbiton, Surrey
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Lead Electrician / Electrical Supervisor to join a well-established specialist manufacturing and installation company based in Surbiton, Surrey.

Our client delivers high-quality bespoke projects across luxury retail, exhibitions, creative displays and experiential environments, working with prestigious brands on unique and technically challenging installations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, hands-on electrician who is looking to take on a leadership role while remaining actively involved in installations, electrical testing and technical problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a small team of electricians and electrical technicians.

• Carry out electrical installation, wiring, testing and fault-finding across a variety of bespoke projects.

• Work with mains voltage and low-voltage electrical systems.

• Install and commission LED lighting, lighting controls, sensors and associated electrical components.

• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical specifications.

• Oversee electrical work within the workshop and during on-site installations.

• Ensure all electrical installations comply with relevant regulations and safety standards.

• Liaise with production teams, project managers and other departments to ensure projects are completed efficiently.

• Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members.

• Occasionally attend UK and international sites for installations and commissioning.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent qualification.

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

• Strong practical electrical installation, testing and fault-finding experience.

• Experience working with mains and low-voltage electrical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

• Good organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience within exhibitions, retail fit-out, signage, architectural lighting or specialist manufacturing.

• Knowledge of LED lighting systems, RGB lighting and DMX controls.

• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing.

• IPAF, PASMA or ECS Gold Card.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £45,000 – £55,000 depending on experience.

• Opportunity to work on unique, high-profile projects for prestigious brands.

• Varied role combining hands-on electrical work with team leadership.

• Exposure to specialist lighting, innovative installations and bespoke manufacturing projects.

• Long-term opportunity within an established and creative business.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Electrician, Lead Electrician or Electrical Supervisor looking for a varied position outside traditional construction environments, we'd be interested in hearing from you.