Qualified Electrician - Team Lead in 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.
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