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Installation Electrician
Location: GlasgowType: PermanentSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits
First Achieve's Engineering division is working with a reputable Engineering Services Contractor based in the Central Belt, currently seeking to strengthen their Contracts Delivery Team with an Installation Electrician.
This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served electrician who is self-motivated, has strong communication skills, and has a background in industrial installations, ideally within the water treatment or utilities sector. You'll be involved in a range of upgrade projects on clean and wastewater treatment sites, primarily supporting the Scottish Water network.
Responsibilities:
- Install field equipment, containment, and cabling to specification
- Gland, terminate, and test installed cables prior to energisation
- Interpret and work from electrical design drawings, cable block diagrams, and specifications
- Conduct site surveys and produce reports for project engineers
- Split working time between on-site installations and the company's East Kilbride facility
- Collaborate with project engineers, mechanical fitters, and commissioning staff to deliver high-quality installations
Requirements:
- 18th Edition wiring regulations certification (BS7671)
- Time-served electrical background with industrial experience
- Strong understanding of electrical schematics and site documentation
- Good communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks effectively
- Confident working both independently and within a team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- HNC in Electrical Engineering
- 2391 Inspection & Testing
- Experience working on Scottish Water or similar industrial projects
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Overtime opportunities
- Paid travel time outside normal commuting distance
- 25 days holiday plus 9 public holidays
- Company van and fuel card
- Mobile phone provided
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Ready to join a driven and professional team delivering essential infrastructure projects across Scotland?Apply now or contact First Achieve Engineering to learn more.
