Electrician

Your New Company:Join one of the world's leading aerospace and defence organisations and play a key role in delivering advanced engineering solutions that support national security. Operating across global markets, this organisation delivers cutting-edge capabilities spanning maritime, air, land, space, and cyber domains.
Based at the Govan and Scotstoun shipyards in Glasgow, you'll be part of a highly skilled workforce working on complex shipbuilding programmes such as the Type 26 frigates. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical defence projects while developing a long-term, stable and rewarding career.

Your New Role:As an Electrician, you will be responsible for installing and maintaining electrical systems across large-scale naval vessels within a shipbuilding environment. You'll play a vital role in ensuring systems are installed safely, accurately, and to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Installation of a variety of cables including multi-core, single core, and coaxial
• Installation and connection of electrical systems such as junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers, and switches
• Cable termination and commissioning of electrical equipment
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Conducting diagnostics, fault finding, and testing using appropriate equipment such as multi-meters and insulation resistance testers
• Working collaboratively with multi-skilled teams to ensure timely delivery of projects
• Ensuring compliance with all health & safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Adhering to SHE, COSHH, PUWER, and safe working procedures including tag-out and proving dead processes

You will be working across a range of shift patterns including days, nights, and weekends depending on operational requirements.
What You'll Need to Succeed:To succeed in this role, you must bring strong electrical expertise and a commitment to high-quality workmanship.
Essential requirements:

• A completed Modern Apprenticeship (SVQ/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering (trade papers must be provided)
• Relevant experience within marine, construction, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Strong knowledge of electrical installation processes including cabling, terminations, earthing, and equipment installation
• Familiarity with safety procedures including SHE, COSHH, PUWER, and risk assessments
• Understanding of tag-out systems and safe proving dead procedures
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces and at height

Desirable:

• Experience working on large-scale marine or shipbuilding projects
• Previous experience with defence or high-spec engineering environments
• Additional safety certifications such as working at height or confined spaces

What You'll Get in Return:

• Competitive salary plus shift allowance where applicable
• Flexible shift patterns supporting work-life balance
• Long-term career development within a globally recognised organisation
• Access to training, upskilling, and progression opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment
• Comprehensive benefits package focused on wellbeing, financial security, and lifestyle

Agency Contract Opportunities:

• Location: Govan / Scotstoun, Glasgow
• Contract Length: 12 months (extensions available)
• Hours: 37 per week (overtime and additional shifts are available)

Next Steps:If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now and a member of the recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role further.

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