Installation Electrician

Location: Midlands Based (Site-Based, UK Travel Required) Salary: £39,000 – £45,000 DOE Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday (Regular Working Away)

MotionTech is hiring an Installation Electrician to strengthen our growing internal installation team. This is a permanent opportunity to join a close-knit industrial automation business delivering high-quality control system installations across the UK.

If you are an experienced Industrial Installation Electrician who takes pride in clean, safe, professional work and are comfortable working away Monday–Friday, this role offers stability, paid travel time, structured project work and long-term career progression.

About MotionTech MotionTech is a leading Industrial Automation specialist with over 45 years of engineering expertise. We design, install and deliver robust control and automation solutions across manufacturing, intralogistics, food & beverage and automotive sectors throughout the UK.

As part of our continued growth, we are building our own strong internal installation capability creating long-term opportunities for skilled electricians who want to develop within a forward-thinking automation business.

Key Responsibilities:

Install cable containment systems including tray, trunking and conduit

Install and terminate SY, CY, YY and similar industrial cabling

Connect 400V motors, 24V DC motors, sensors and safety devices

Terminate and connect control panels

Read and interpret electrical schematics, cable schedules and layout drawings

Assist with dead testing and functional testing on site

This is a hands-on, site-based installation role working within structured project teams across the UK.

What We’re Looking For We are seeking a proactive, team-focused Installation Electrician with strong industrial experience and a high standard of workmanship.

Essential Skills & Experience:

Level 3 City & Guilds in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Proven industrial installation experience

Ability and willingness to work away from home Monday–Friday

Full UK driving licence

Desirable

2391 Inspection & Testing

NVQ Level 3 / Completed Apprenticeship

AM2

ECS Card, IPAF, PASMA, SSSTS or First Aid

What’s On Offer

£39,000 – £45,000 per annum DOE

Travel time paid at full hourly rate

£35 overnight allowance when working away

Hotels arranged and paid for

Company vehicle provided to established staff

40p per mile if using own vehicle

Overtime available (1.5x weekends)

Ongoing training and career progression

This role is ideal for an Installation Electrician seeking stable, long-term work within a growing industrial automation business that values quality, teamwork and professional standards.

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