Senior Electrician

Location Richmond
Discipline: Engineering & Manufacturing
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £45,000-£50,000
Contact name: Annabel Mills

Contact email: annabel@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23935
Published: 11 days ago

​Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Factory-based with travel across UK mainland and Channel Islands

A growing and innovative construction organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Electrician to join its expanding team.

This is a varied role combining factory-based electrical work with site installation, testing, commissioning, customer liaison and project support.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical installations, working collaboratively with internal teams, customers and site personnel.

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out first fix and second fix electrical installations across factory and customer sites.

  • Test, inspect and commission electrical installations in line with current regulations and industry standards.

  • Diagnose and rectify electrical faults efficiently and safely.

  • Create, update and interpret electrical drawings, layouts and schematics to support project delivery.

  • Liaise with customers and site teams to discuss electrical requirements, resolve queries and provide practical solutions.

  • Coordinate electrical requirements throughout projects, ensuring installations meet specifications and customer expectations.

  • Order electrical materials and manage stock levels to ensure projects are adequately supported.

  • Maintain accurate records and ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

  • Support a clean, organised and safe working environment.

  • Work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider project team.

  • Travel to sites across the UK mainland and Channel Islands as required, including occasional overnight stays.

Key Skills & Experience:

  • NVQ Level 3 Technical Certificate or equivalent electrical qualification.

  • City & Guilds 2391 Test and Inspection qualification.

  • Strong working knowledge of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

  • Proven experience carrying out first fix, second fix, testing and fault diagnosis.

  • Ability to read, interpret and produce electrical drawings and schematics.

  • Experience ordering materials and managing electrical stock requirements.

  • Confidence communicating with customers and site teams.

  • A proactive approach with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

What’s On Offer:

  • Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience).

  • Full-time, permanent position.

  • Opportunity to work on a variety of innovative construction projects.

  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.

  • Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.