Industrial Electrician

Industrial Electrician

Full-Time 25 - 25 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
G Force Recruitment Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Install and modify electrical systems across various industries, ensuring high-quality project delivery.
  • Company: Globally recognised manufacturer in process instrumentation and automation.
  • Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, overtime, daily allowances, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Opportunity for travel and working with cutting-edge technology in diverse environments.
  • Why this job: Join a skilled team and work on exciting projects that make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Electrical qualification and experience in industrial installations required.

The predicted salary is between 25 - 25 £ per hour.

Contract/ Temporary position. 12 Months+ work available. Days. Monday to Friday. 6:30am - 3pm daily. Early finish on Fridays. 40 Hours per week. £24 - £25 per hour (CIS/ Ltd/ Umbrella).

The Company

Our client is a globally recognised manufacturer of process instrumentation, automation and measurement solutions, supplying world-class equipment to customers across the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, water, utilities and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, they are looking to recruit an experienced Industrial Electrician to join their Projects & Installation team.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Industrial Installation Electrician to work on the installation, commissioning and modification of electrical systems across customer sites throughout the UK, with occasional overseas travel where required. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality installation projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest engineering standards. Working as part of a skilled engineering team, you’ll be involved in a variety of projects across manufacturing, food processing, water treatment, pharmaceutical and process industries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install industrial electrical systems on customer sites.
  • Install containment systems including tray, basket, conduit and trunking.
  • Install and terminate SY, CY and instrumentation cabling.
  • Install motors, control panels, field instrumentation and associated equipment.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and layout drawings.
  • Carry out electrical testing, inspection and fault finding.
  • Assist with commissioning and start-up activities.
  • Ensure all installations comply with BS7671 and relevant industry standards.
  • Work closely with Project Engineers, Site Managers and customers throughout project delivery.
  • Complete installation documentation and testing records.
  • Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
  • Represent the business professionally whilst working on customer sites.

The Person

We’re looking to speak with experienced Installation Electricians who have worked within industrial, manufacturing or process environments.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Time-served Electrical Apprentice or recognised electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent).
  • Previous experience carrying out industrial electrical installations.
  • Experience working within manufacturing, food processing, pharmaceutical, utilities or process industries.
  • Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
  • Experience installing containment systems and industrial cabling.
  • Electrical testing and fault-finding experience.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the UK.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience with instrumentation installation.
  • Knowledge of PLC-controlled systems.
  • VSDs, motors and control panels.
  • Experience working on process plants.
  • IPAF and PASMA.
  • Experience within hygienic food manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments.

The Package

  • Overtime available.
  • Daily allowances for site work.
  • Training and ongoing professional development.
  • High-quality tools and equipment.
  • Opportunity to work on a wide variety of technically challenging industrial projects.

If you’re an experienced Industrial Electrician looking to join a market-leading engineering business with an outstanding reputation for innovation and quality, we’d love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly skilled engineering team delivering complex installation projects across some of the UK’s leading manufacturing and process industry sites. For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact G Force Recruitment.

G Force Recruitment Ltd

Contact Details:

G Force Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Industrial Electrician

Electrical Installation
Electrical Testing
Fault Finding
Reading Electrical Drawings
Installation of Containment Systems
Industrial Cabling
Commissioning