At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical installations and ensure compliance at food & drink facilities.
- Company: Join a top system integration specialist in automation for global clients.
- Benefits: Ongoing professional development and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth across various UK sites.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the food & drink sector with your expertise.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in industrial electrical installations and strong supervisory skills.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
Our Company
We are a leading system integration specialist for electrical and mechanical automation systems in Food and Drink and Parcel Distribution sectors operating at client sites around the world.
We’re looking for hard-working individuals to join our team, offering continual professional development in return for dedication to the job and a passion to contribute to the success of the company.
Enthusiasm, flexibility and reliability are key attractions.
Role
Reporting to a Project Manager, you will provide the experience andexpertise necessary to ensuresuccessful completion ofelectrical installations in compliance with current legislationat food & drink manufacturing facilities in the East Midlands and on occasion more widelythroughout the UK.
You will assist in coordinating the labour resources and materials required for completion of projects and provide close supervision of a team of fellow Installation Electricians and Electrical Improvers.
About You
Already an experienced Installation Electrician and likely Site Supervisor, you will demonstrate broadcapabilities in electrical installation, testing, and completion of the associated mandatory documentation as well as strong day to day supervisory skills developed through your time workingin a similar industrial sector.
- Dimensions
- Locations: Hinckley, Leicestershire and various client sites across the East Midlands and UK
Key Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, modify and repair a variety of electrical systems and equipment
- Communicate and adopt safe systems of work (RAMS)
- Observe the requirements of any Permit to Work issued by site Duty Holders
- Determine efficient work procedures and techniques
- Engage in the determination of work rotas and assignment of tasks
- Assess tasks for completeness and report any issues or variations
- Complete installation test reports and job documentation
- Ensure all tools and equipment in use is certified and/or calibrated
- Maintain positive relationships with client representatives and other third parties
- Undertake specialist training as required and keep up to date with statutory and legislative requirements
- Demonstrate and apply the principles of continuous improvement to achieve ‘Best Practice’
- You will need
- +5 years experience of industrial electrical installations
- A good understanding of electrical control & safety circuits, electrical schematics and comfortable workingfrom P&ID/layout drawings
- Clean Driving Licence
- A comprehensive toolkit for completing electrical installations
- Experience of working on own initiative
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- To be a team player and customer focused
Qualifications and Licences
- NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installations or equivalent (Required)
- AM2 (Required)
- 18th Edition Update (Required)
- C&G 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent (Required)
- ECS Gold Card - Registered Electrician - Installation Electrician (Required)
- MEWP Safety Training Card, IPAF 3a, 3b or equivalent (Desirable)
- SSSTS (Desirable)
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Lead Electrician in Hinckley employer: Elmleigh Electrical Systems Limited
As a leading system integration specialist in the East Midlands, our company offers an exceptional work environment for Lead Electricians, characterised by a strong commitment to professional development and a culture that values enthusiasm, flexibility, and reliability. Employees benefit from hands-on experience at diverse client sites, opportunities for continuous training, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to projects in the food and drink sector, all while being part of a supportive team that prioritises safety and best practices.
Contact Details:
Elmleigh Electrical Systems Limited Recruitment Team
