Job Title
Electrician
Department
Operational Resources / Electrical Maintenance
Reports To
Electrical Supervisor / Section Engineer / Resident Engineer
Job Purpose
To carry out the inspection, maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair, installation, testing and certification of electrical equipment and systems in accordance with company procedures, statutory regulations, site requirements and client specifications. The Electrician will ensure all electrical works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards while supporting operational performance across multiple site activities.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Maintenance, Inspection and Repair
Carry out service, inspection, repair, installation, testing and fault diagnostics on a range of electrical equipment including but not limited to:
Welding Equipment (110V to 415V)
Fault diagnosis and repair
Planned servicing and maintenance
Testing, validation and certification
Diesel Generators (110V to 415V Output)
Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting
Service and repair activities
Functional testing and validation
Distribution Panels and Transformers (415V, 230V, 110V to 25V)
Inspection, repair and servicing
Testing of protection devices including RCDs, RCCBs and associated systems
Electrical integrity verification
Compressors and Winches (415V)
Inspection, repair and servicing
Functional testing and load limit setup
Maintenance to ensure safe operation
Handheld Portable Electrical Tools and Equipment (110V+)
Inspection, repair and maintenance of equipment ranging from pencil grinders to magnetic base drills
Portable appliance inspection and testing
Service and validation of electrical safety
LEV Portable Extraction Units (110V)
Repair and servicing
Thorough examination and testing to maintain compliance
Site Buildings, Cabins and Containers (230V)
Full inspection, repair and servicing of electrical systems
Installation of new electrical systems and modifications
Completion of Electrical Installation Certificates and Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR)
Installation and Testing
Carry out electrical installations in accordance with BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations).
Undertake inspection, testing and certification of electrical installations and equipment.
Complete planned preventative maintenance activities and inspection schedules.
Ensure all maintenance, inspection and testing records are completed accurately.
Safety and Compliance
Work safely in accordance with company procedures, site rules and legislative requirements.
Comply with permit to work systems, risk assessments, method statements and point of work risk assessments (POWRA).
Follow critical task procedures and site-specific safety requirements.
Maintain a strong safety culture and actively support behavioural safety initiatives.
Identify hazards and report unsafe conditions or practices.
Technical Duties
Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, circuit diagrams and technical instructions.
Diagnose faults and resolve electrical issues effectively and safely.
Use appropriate tools, test equipment and machinery including drills, grinders, conduit benders and workshop equipment.
Support installation and removal of electrical plant and systems.
Coordinate with supervisors and other trade disciplines to ensure smooth execution of work activities.
Documentation and Reporting
Complete maintenance schedules, inspection sheets and electrical test certificates.
Accurately record defects, repairs and inspection findings.
Escalate technical issues and safety concerns to supervision where required.
Qualifications and Training
Essential Qualifications
Applicants must hold one of the following:
City & Guilds 236 Parts 1 & 2 in Electrical Installation with NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services (or equivalent)
OR
City & Guilds 2330 Level 3 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology Installation (Buildings and Structures) with NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services (or equivalent)
OR
City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures)
AND / OR
City & Guilds 2357-13 NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment
Mandatory Additional Certifications
City & Guilds 2382-18 Level 3 Certificate in the Requirements for Electrical Installations (18th Edition BS7671)
City & Guilds 2377-12 or 2377-22 In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT Testing)
Preferred / Additional Qualifications
One of the following inspection and testing qualifications:
City & Guilds 2391-01 Inspection, Testing & Certification of Electrical Installations
City & Guilds 2391-52 Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations
Equivalent combination qualifications (e.g. C&G 2394 & 2395)
Preferred Training
CCNSG Safety Passport
IOSH Working Safely
CSCS / ECS Card
Site-specific critical task training
Knowledge and Experience
Experience working as a qualified Electrician within industrial, manufacturing, petrochemical, power generation, pharmaceutical, construction or heavy industrial environments.
Strong understanding of electrical plant, distribution systems and protection systems.
Knowledge of BS7671:2018 IET Wiring Regulations.
Experience in fault finding, inspection, testing and maintenance of industrial electrical equipment.
Ability to work independently and within multi-disciplinary teams.
Key Competencies
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability
High standards of safety awareness and compliance
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Adaptability in dynamic site environments
Commitment to quality and continuous improvement
Health, Safety and Quality Expectations
The post holder shall:
Work safely and maintain full compliance with company and client safety procedures.
Follow permit systems, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality assurance.
Contribute to safe and productive site operations.
Additional Requirements
Flexibility to work site-based and travel where required.
Ability to work overtime, shutdowns and outage periods.
Capability to work in industrial environments and at height, where required.