Electrician

Electrician (Lighting Projects)

Location :
Birmingham

Contract :
Permanent

Salary : £36,000pa - £40,000pa

Working Pattern :
Mon - Thu, 10-hour night shifts, ~ 80% nightwork

Package :
Company van, Night premiums, Overtime enhancements, Full training

Working with a leading nationwide technical services provider delivering lighting and electrical solutions across major retail, industrial, commercial and government sites. This role is highly site-based with the majority of work carried out overnight across multiple UK locations. Travel, accommodation and subsistence are fully covered, with strong opportunities to increase earnings through uplifts, overtime and fixed-price project bonuses.

• Install high-quality LED lighting and electrical systems
• Work from electrical drawings, schematics and circuit diagrams
• Support minor electrical works and assist with test & inspection (training provided)
• Maintain excellent workmanship with zero rework
• Work collaboratively with Project Managers, subcontractors and site teams
• Follow all H&S procedures and operate safely at all times
• Complete night shifts (Mon-Thu), including stay-away work when required
• Maintain company van, tools and materials responsibly

• Fully qualified Electrician (18th Edition)
• LED lighting experience (advantageous but not essential)
• 2391 Test & Inspection - desirable (training available)
• SSSTS, IPAF, PASMA - desirable (training available)
• Comfortable with night shifts, travel and stay-away work
• Able to work at heights (up to 3m) and lift up to 25kg
• Strong communication skills and customer focus
• Full UK driving licence
• Self-motivated, reliable and able to work independently

• Work on high-profile projects with major clients
• Strong career progression and multi-skill training
• Join a respected, nationwide technical services organisation

Night premium : +35% uplift per night shift

Overtime : x1.33 beyond standard working pattern

Sundays : x2

Fixed-price project options : additional earning potential Most Electricians exceed base salary through night uplift, overtime, Sunday double time and fixed-price assignments.

• Company-arranged travel to maximise time on site
• Both work and travel time recorded via timesheets
• Enhanced overtime rates applied to eligible travelled hours
• Meals & accommodation covered in line with company policy and HMRC guidance
• Optional £40 / night friends & family allowance instead of hotel stays Included in the Package
• Company vehicle
• Holiday pay & pension
• Bonuses and responsibility allowances
• Full uniform, tools and PPE