2,972 Electrician jobs in the United Kingdom

Electricians (x2) – COMPEX Experienced

Location: LE9
Start Date: 11th August 2025
Duration: 5 Weeks
Hours: 50 hours per week (including 10 hours at time and a half)
Rate of Pay:

Industrial Electricians: £27.00 per hour

COMPEX Electricians: £31.50 per hour

Engagement Type: Limited Company only

Job Description:

We are currently seeking two experienced Electricians for a 5-week project starting on 11th August 2025. Candidates must have COMPEX experience, with at least one electrician holding COMPEX certification for Gas Modules 1 to 4.

Key Responsibilities:
Fixed wire testing
Installation of electrical equipment
ATEX inspections upon project completion

Requirements:
Valid ECS/JIB card
COMPEX certification (minimum one candidate must have COMPEX Gas 1–4)
Proven experience with hazardous area electrical work
Ability to work 50 hours per week (with 10 hours paid at time and a half)
Own tools and PPE

Limited Company status (no PAYE or umbrella)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for skilled Electricians and Approved Electricians to work on a secure, highly regulated site in Warton. The role involves a mix of commercial and industrial installations and is expected to last around three months.

Who this job would suit:

This position is ideal for qualified Electricians or Approved Electricians who have experience across both commercial and industrial sectors. It would suit individuals who are confident working independently or as part of a team, and who understand the demands of working within a regulated environment where safety and compliance are key.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installing containment (tray, basket, conduit, trunking)
• Performing first and second fix electrical installations
• Carrying out cable pulling, glanding, and terminating
• Working from and interpreting electrical drawings
• Assisting with testing, fault finding, and commissioning

Benefits:

• Excellent hourly rates plus enhanced overtime pay
• Stable working hours with the potential for extended work
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile, secure project
• Gain experience across both commercial and industrial sectors
• Join a supportive and experienced team environment

Salary:

• Electricians: 25.00 per hour
• Approved Electricians: 27.00 per hour

Contact Details:

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Electricians (x2) – COMPEX Experienced

Location: LE9
Start Date: 11th August 2025
Duration: 5 Weeks
Hours: 50 hours per week (including 10 hours at time and a half)
Rate of Pay:

Industrial Electricians: £27.00 per hour

COMPEX Electricians: £31.50 per hour

Engagement Type: Limited Company only

Job Description:

We are currently seeking two experienced Electricians for a 5-week project starting on 11th August 2025. Candidates must have COMPEX experience, with at least one electrician holding COMPEX certification for Gas Modules 1 to 4.

Key Responsibilities:
Fixed wire testing
Installation of electrical equipment
ATEX inspections upon project completion

Requirements:
Valid ECS/JIB card
COMPEX certification (minimum one candidate must have COMPEX Gas 1–4)
Proven experience with hazardous area electrical work
Ability to work 50 hours per week (with 10 hours paid at time and a half)
Own tools and PPE

Limited Company status (no PAYE or umbrella)

Job Title: Electrician / Approved Electrician

Based: Kington, Herefordshire, HR5

Hours: 40-48hrs pw, Mon to Fri

Pay: Electrician:£43,000 - £6,000 depending on experience/qualifications - Approved Electrician: 8,000 - 2,000 depending on experience/qualifications

An opportunity has arisen for a number of Electricians/Approved Electricians to start in September . The successful candidates will live w.

Job Title: Electrician

Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow

Salary: £38,662.00 (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable)

Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application

What you’ll be doing:

• Installation of a variety of types of cables (multi-core, single core and co-axial) & electrical systems (junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers, switches etc.)

• Cable termination and installation of all electrical equipment

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation

• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams to ensure timely and efficient completion of electrical installations

• Ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards

Your skills and experiences:

• Modern Apprenticeship – SVQ 3 or equivalent

• Relevant experience in a marine installation or major industrial installation environment

• Understanding all assessments, Risk, PUWER & COSHH

• Understanding of relevant trade drawings

• Knowledge of tag out process and the correct proving dead procedure

• Mounting of electrical equipment & components

• Earthing of equipment and termination of cables to workmanship standards

Please ensure you have attached a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Electrical team:

At BAE Systems, we are at the forefront of designing and building world-leading naval ships. Our work is vital to supporting the security and defense of nations around the globe, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality and innovative solutions. As part of our growing team, we are looking for a talented and experienced Electrician to join us as we drive to deliver eight Type 26 frigates to the Royal Navy.

As an Electrician within BAE Systems Naval Ships, you will play a key role in the installation of electrical systems on our state-of-the-art naval vessels. Our skilled electrical teams work on a variety of scope from advanced milatry communication systems and weapons systems to small power and lighting systems.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 6^th September 2025 – Trades Test will be held in September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Job Title: Electrician

Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow

Salary: £38,662.00 (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable)

Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application

What you’ll be doing:

• Installation of a variety of types of cables (multi-core, single core and co-axial) & electrical systems (junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers, switches etc.)

• Cable termination and installation of all electrical equipment

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation

• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams to ensure timely and efficient completion of electrical installations

• Ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards

Your skills and experiences:

• Modern Apprenticeship – SVQ 3 or equivalent

• Relevant experience in a marine installation or major industrial installation environment

• Understanding all assessments, Risk, PUWER & COSHH

• Understanding of relevant trade drawings

• Knowledge of tag out process and the correct proving dead procedure

• Mounting of electrical equipment & components

• Earthing of equipment and termination of cables to workmanship standards

Please ensure you have attached a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Electrical team:

At BAE Systems, we are at the forefront of designing and building world-leading naval ships. Our work is vital to supporting the security and defense of nations around the globe, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality and innovative solutions. As part of our growing team, we are looking for a talented and experienced Electrician to join us as we drive to deliver eight Type 26 frigates to the Royal Navy.

As an Electrician within BAE Systems Naval Ships, you will play a key role in the installation of electrical systems on our state-of-the-art naval vessels. Our skilled electrical teams work on a variety of scope from advanced milatry communication systems and weapons systems to small power and lighting systems.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 6^th September 2025 – Trades Test will be held in September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

#LI-PM1

#LI-Onsite

Job Title: Electrician

Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow

Salary: £38,662.00 (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable)

Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application

What you’ll be doing:

• Installation of a variety of types of cables (multi-core, single core and co-axial) & electrical systems (junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers, switches etc.)

• Cable termination and installation of all electrical equipment

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation

• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams to ensure timely and efficient completion of electrical installations

• Ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards

Your skills and experiences:

• Modern Apprenticeship – SVQ 3 or equivalent

• Relevant experience in a marine installation or major industrial installation environment

• Understanding all assessments, Risk, PUWER & COSHH

• Understanding of relevant trade drawings

• Knowledge of tag out process and the correct proving dead procedure

• Mounting of electrical equipment & components

• Earthing of equipment and termination of cables to workmanship standards

Please ensure you have attached a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Electrical team:

At BAE Systems, we are at the forefront of designing and building world-leading naval ships. Our work is vital to supporting the security and defense of nations around the globe, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality and innovative solutions. As part of our growing team, we are looking for a talented and experienced Electrician to join us as we drive to deliver eight Type 26 frigates to the Royal Navy.

As an Electrician within BAE Systems Naval Ships, you will play a key role in the installation of electrical systems on our state-of-the-art naval vessels. Our skilled electrical teams work on a variety of scope from advanced milatry communication systems and weapons systems to small power and lighting systems.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 6^th September 2025 – Trades Test will be held in September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

#LI-PM1

#LI-Onsite

Job Title: Electrician

Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow

Salary: £38,662.00 (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable)

Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application

What you’ll be doing:

• Installation of a variety of types of cables (multi-core, single core and co-axial) & electrical systems (junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers, switches etc.)

• Cable termination and installation of all electrical equipment

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation

• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams to ensure timely and efficient completion of electrical installations

• Ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards

Your skills and experiences:

• Modern Apprenticeship – SVQ 3 or equivalent

• Relevant experience in a marine installation or major industrial installation environment

• Understanding all assessments, Risk, PUWER & COSHH

• Understanding of relevant trade drawings

• Knowledge of tag out process and the correct proving dead procedure

• Mounting of electrical equipment & components

• Earthing of equipment and termination of cables to workmanship standards

Please ensure you have attached a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Electrical team:

At BAE Systems, we are at the forefront of designing and building world-leading naval ships. Our work is vital to supporting the security and defense of nations around the globe, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality and innovative solutions. As part of our growing team, we are looking for a talented and experienced Electrician to join us as we drive to deliver eight Type 26 frigates to the Royal Navy.

As an Electrician within BAE Systems Naval Ships, you will play a key role in the installation of electrical systems on our state-of-the-art naval vessels. Our skilled electrical teams work on a variety of scope from advanced milatry communication systems and weapons systems to small power and lighting systems.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 6^th September 2025 – Trades Test will be held in September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

#LI-PM1

#LI-Onsite

Job Title: Electrician

Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow

Salary: £38,662.00 (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable)

Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application

What you’ll be doing:

• Installation of a variety of types of cables (multi-core, single core and co-axial) & electrical systems (junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers, switches etc.)

• Cable termination and installation of all electrical equipment

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation

• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams to ensure timely and efficient completion of electrical installations

• Ensure all work complies with safety and quality standards

Your skills and experiences:

• Modern Apprenticeship – SVQ 3 or equivalent

• Relevant experience in a marine installation or major industrial installation environment

• Understanding all assessments, Risk, PUWER & COSHH

• Understanding of relevant trade drawings

• Knowledge of tag out process and the correct proving dead procedure

• Mounting of electrical equipment & components

• Earthing of equipment and termination of cables to workmanship standards

Please ensure you have attached a copy of your qualifications when submitting your application.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Electrical team:

At BAE Systems, we are at the forefront of designing and building world-leading naval ships. Our work is vital to supporting the security and defense of nations around the globe, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality and innovative solutions. As part of our growing team, we are looking for a talented and experienced Electrician to join us as we drive to deliver eight Type 26 frigates to the Royal Navy.

As an Electrician within BAE Systems Naval Ships, you will play a key role in the installation of electrical systems on our state-of-the-art naval vessels. Our skilled electrical teams work on a variety of scope from advanced milatry communication systems and weapons systems to small power and lighting systems.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 6^th September 2025 – Trades Test will be held in September 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

#LI-PM1

#LI-Onsite