Approved Electrician in Reading
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Approved Electrician, Mobile, £45k 65k ote, vehicle included, (£22-24 paid door to door) Reading + overtime + call out Payment
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Approved Electrician to join a specialist engineering contractor delivering electrical installation and commissioning projects within the utilities and infrastructure sectors.
This Approved Electrician role offers the opportunity to work across a range of electrical installation, testing and commissioning activities, primarily within water utilities and other process-driven environments. The Approved Electrician will support multiple projects, ensuring electrical systems are installed safely, efficiently and in line with current regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out electrical installation work in accordance with BS7671 wiring regulations
Install, service and repair low voltage electrical control systems
Install and commission instrumentation systems, including pressure, level, temperature and flow devices
Read and interpret schematic drawings, electrical drawings and technical specifications
Diagnose electrical faults and carry out structured troubleshooting
Complete initial verification and periodic inspection and testing
Ensure electrical installations remain compliant with certification bodies such as NICEIC or ECA
Produce clear technical reports and documentation
Participate in a 24/7 call-out rota supporting reactive breakdown work
Follow company health and safety procedures and quality management systems Essential Experience and Qualifications
Previous experience working as an Approved Electrician
Experience within water utilities, utilities infrastructure, or other process-driven industrial environments
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
18th Edition (BS7671)
City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing
ECS Gold Card
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
Good written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational and time management skills
Basic IT skills and ability to produce digital reports
Ability to work independently and as part of a project team
Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience
Water or wastewater sector experience
IPAF or PASMA
SSSTS
CompEx What's on Offer
Salary up to £45,000
Company vehicle
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Long service leave awards of up to 5 additional days
Pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer contribution)
Training and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme including:
24-hour assistance line
Telephone counselling
Face-to-face counselling
Health and wellbeing advice
Standby payments This Approved Electrician opportunity offers the chance to work across major utilities and infrastructure projects while continuing to develop technical expertise within a supportive engineering environment.
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- Location:
- Reading
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Electrician, Electrical