Electrician​/Electrical Inspector; CompEx

Electrician / Electrical Inspector (Comp Ex)

Excellent opportunity for an Electrician / Electrical Inspector (Comp Ex) carrying out ATEX inspections, electrical installation, fault finding, electrical rectifications and EC&I work across oil & gas, pharmaceutical, chemical, manufacturing and process industry environments.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: ATEX Inspector, Field Service Engineer, Hazardous Area Electrician, Instrumentation Technician, Electrical Technician, Comp Ex Inspector, Comp Ex Electrician, Hazardous Area Inspector, EC&I Technician, EC&I Engineer

SALARY: Up to £55,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience) + Car + Benefits

LOCATION: Field based across the North West. However, candidates based within the M60 would be favourable due to the client base.

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

The company continues to expand its Field Service Team, creating an exciting opportunity for a Comp Ex Electrical Inspector / Electrician to join a forward-thinking organisation delivering specialist EC&I and engineering solutions to customers across multiple process industries.

As a Comp Ex Electrical Inspector / Electrician you will conduct hazardous area inspections, complete ATEX assessments, undertake electrical installation work, fault finding and electrical rectifications, and support instrumentation activities across aerospace, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical and oil & gas sectors. You will work with containment systems, cable installations, electrical wiring diagrams and area classification reports to ensure compliance and operational safety.

The Comp Ex Electrical Inspector / Electrician will play an important role in delivering inspection services in accordance with IEC / BS EN 60079 standards while helping improve reliability, minimise downtime and maintain safe customer operations across the UK and EU.

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DUTIES

Your duties as the Comp Ex Electrical Inspector / Electrician include:

• ATEX Inspections: conduct detailed ATEX and Comp Ex inspections to IEC / BS EN 60079-17 standards

• Electrical Inspection: identify non-compliances and ensure hazardous area equipment meets required standards

• Electrical Rectifications: complete high-quality electrical repairs and corrective work to minimise downtime

• Inspection Reporting: produce accurate reports and communicate findings and risks clearly

• Documentation Preparation: create comprehensive handover documentation following site inspections

• Containment Installation: install containment and cable systems to a high standard

• Electrical Installation: undertake electrical installation work safely and efficiently

• Technical Interpretation: work from electrical wiring diagrams and area classification reports

• Instrumentation Support: support instrumentation installation and shutdown projects when required

• Project Delivery: manage work schedules effectively and deliver work within agreed timescales

• Continuous Improvement: identify recurring issues and contribute to improved inspection processes

• Client Relationships: collaborate with customers and internal teams to improve compliance and safety outcomes

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Current Comp Ex EX01-04 qualification

• C&G 2391, 2391-52, or 2394 and 2395 qualification

• JIB Gold Card or higher with recognised apprenticeship or equivalent Electrician qualification

• Strong understanding of BS EN 60079-14 and BS EN 60079-17

• Proven experience conducting ATEX inspections and producing high-quality reports

• Experience with glanding, terminating, containment installation and cable systems

• Proficient in interpreting electrical wiring diagrams and area classification reports

• Competent using Microsoft Excel, SharePoint and Microsoft 365

• Willing to travel throughout the UK and EU including overnight stays

• Full UK driving licence required

• Able to develop effective customer relationships and communicate clearly

DESIRABLE

• Comp Ex EX05-06 qualification

• Valid CCSNG, JIB or equivalent accreditation

• Previous experience within a service or field-based engineering environment

BENEFITS

• A base salary of up to £55k dependent on qualifications and experience

• Fully funded car and tech

• Fuel card, including allowances for breakfast, lunch and dinner when working away - zero out of pocket expenses here!

• Paid overnight allowance, every night you spend working away

• Employee Training

• Company Events

• Modern open plan office

• Free Gym membership within walking distance to HQ

• Company pension package to secure your future

• Total holiday package of 31 days

• Employer-sponsored office attire

• Employer funded Cash plan. Reimbursement for going to the opticians, dentist, physiotherapists and more!

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job…