electrician

Matchtech · Berkshire, England

electrician at Matchtech, based in Berkshire, England. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Berkshire, England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
1 Nov 2026
Sector
Electrician

Reference 608454

About the role

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Our client, a prominent player in the water sector, is seeking a skilled Electrician for a permanent role. This position involves working on electrical maintenance, fault finding, installations, testing, and commissioning activities across various project sites. The successful applicant will ensure that all works are delivered safely, compliantly, and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and fault-finding activities
  • Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive remedial works
  • Install, modify, repair, and replace electrical equipment such as switchgear, distribution boards, containment, cabling, motors, controls, and associated systems
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation
  • Support commissioning and functional testing activities
  • Ensure all works comply with BS 7671, ECS procedures, and client technical standards
  • Complete site documentation including RAMS, permits, inspection records, test certificates, and commissioning sheets
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship, housekeeping, and professionalism on-site

Job Requirements:

  • Recognised electrical qualification (Electrical Apprenticeship/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • ECS/JIB Gold Card or equivalent industry-recognised competency card
  • Experience in industrial, commercial, or infrastructure electrical works
  • Strong technical understanding of electrical installations and safe isolation procedures
  • Experience in maintenance, fault finding, and installation works
  • Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
  • Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

  • Inspection and Testing (2391 or equivalent)
  • Experience working on water utility or industrial assets
  • Experience with MCCs, motors, pumps, PLC panels, and control systems
  • Confined Space training
  • LV authorised person/switching experience
  • HV awareness or authorisation
  • IPAF/PASMA/CPCS/lifting operations
  • First Aid
  • SSSTS or equivalent safety training
  • MEICA experience
  • Commissioning experience

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Regular travel to client and project sites
  • Flexibility to support shutdowns, out-of-hours works, emergency callouts, and operational priorities
  • Occasional working away from home depending on project location and programme
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment


If you are an experienced electrician looking to advance your career in the water sector, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's dynamic team.
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Reference: 608454 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 1 Nov 2026 · Listed via Matchtech

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