Job Title: Compex Electrician
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Location: Perth, Scotland (minimum 3 nights on the road a week)
Base Salary: £52,188 + Company Van + Fuel Card + Night out allowance + Overtime.(OTE: £80,000+ based on realistic overtime)
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm (40 hours) plus 12-15 hours overtime per week.
Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Overview:
Technical Partners is pleased to be representing a leading UK energy business seeking Compex Electricians. This is an exciting, field-based role offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits, ideal for a technically skilled professional who enjoys leading teams and delivering high-quality electrical projects across Hazardous and Non-Hazardous environments.
The organisation is committed to safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions and is actively investing in renewable technologies to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2040.
Responsibilities:
As a Compex Electrician, you will:
Support internal and external electrical projects across the UK.
Act as the main on-site point of contact, ensuring smooth project execution and clear communication.
Install, inspect, test, and maintain electrical systems in Hazardous and Non-Hazardous environments.
Ensure compliance with ATEX standards and all relevant safety regulations.
Read and interpret schematic, loop, P&ID, and zone drawings, as well as control systems documentation.
Diagnose and resolve electrical faults effectively while promoting a culture of safety on-site.
This is a varied and rewarding role suitable for someone who is organised, technically proficient, and confident in leading site-based teams.
Skills & Qualifications Required
Approved Electrician with an accredited apprenticeship or equivalent
18th edition
Compex 01-04
C&G 2391 / 2394 & 2395 - Inspection and Testing certification.
CCSNG or equivalent safety passport.
Experienced with ATEX rated equipment, including motors, control stations, junction boxes, and lighting.
Proficient in installation of metal trunking, conduit, tray systems, SWA cables, and LV distribution equipment.
Strong understanding of control systems and electrical documentation.
Typical Earnings
Basic Salary: £52,188 (OTE: £80,000+ based on realistic overtime)
Away-from-home Allowances: Approximately £8,640 per year
A typical working week consists of 40 standard hours, with 12-15 hours of overtime available each week, plus £75 per night when working away (£30 overnight allowance and £45 meal allowance).
Unlike many field-based engineering roles, these earnings are based on realistic overtime rather than excessive working hours. xgikmsk The business actively supports engineer wellbeing and manages driving fatigue, meaning excessive overtime is neither expected nor encouraged.
When you're working away, everything is arranged so you can focus on the job:
This means very little comes out of your ...
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