Experienced Electrician – Edinburgh & Surrounding areas
£42,000–£46,000 Basic Salary | Realistic OTE £60,000 | Company Van | Fuel Card | Overtime | Permanent
Are you an experienced electrician looking for stable, local work with a company that genuinely invests in its people? Building Finishing Services UK Ltd (BFS) — one of Scotland's fastest-growing repairs and maintenance contractors — is expanding, and we're looking for a skilled Electrician to join our team covering Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.
This is a permanent role offering steady local work, regular overtime, real career progression, and the backing of a supportive, forward-thinking business.
Package
- £42,000–£46,000 basic salary
- Realistic OTE of £60,000
- Company van and fuel card
- Company phone and tablet
- Uniform provided
- Company pension
- 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
- Ongoing training and development
- Genuine career progression
Working Pattern & Location
- Monday–Friday, 40 hours
- Regular overtime opportunities, including evening/weekend/on-call availability
- Local work across Edinburgh & surrounding areas, based out of Sighthill Industrial Estate, Edinburgh
The Role
Working across domestic properties, primarily within social housing and reactive maintenance contracts, you'll carry out:
- Rewiring – full and partial rewires
- Fault finding and electrical repairs
- EICRs, testing and remedial works
- Consumer unit replacements
- Minor installations
- Void property upgrades
- Planned maintenance
- Digital job reporting using handheld devices
You'll work as part of a team of electricians, reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, covering Edinburgh and surrounding areas — working independently day-to-day while liaising closely with planners, supervisors and other trades to deliver a high-quality service.
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Gold ECS Card
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (C&G 2382)
- Inspection & Testing (C&G 2391)
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Experience in domestic electrical maintenance and rewiring
- Strong fault-finding skills
- Excellent customer service and communication
- Ability to work independently
Desirable
- Social housing or repairs & maintenance experience
- Experience using handheld job management systems
- Multi-trade skills
Why Join BFS? With over 100 directly employed tradespeople, BFS continues to invest in its people, vehicles, technology and training. We're proud to be:
- ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Certified
- NICEIC Approved Contractor
- CHAS Elite Accredited
- SafeContractor Approved
- Real Living Wage Employer
If you're looking for a secure, long-term career with a growing business that values its employees, we'd love to hear from you.
Interviews are taking place now, with the potential of an immediate start for the right candidate.
Electrician in Broughton employer: Building Finishing Services UK Ltd.
Building Finishing Services UK Ltd (BFS) is an excellent employer for experienced electricians seeking a stable and rewarding career in Edinburgh. With a commitment to employee development, competitive salaries, and a supportive work culture, BFS offers ongoing training, genuine career progression, and the opportunity to work locally across the city and surrounding areas. Join a forward-thinking company that values its people and invests in their future.
Contact Details:
Building Finishing Services UK Ltd. Recruitment Team
