Electrician

Job Title: Electrician

Location: Reading

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced and qualified electrician to join our dynamic team. The role involves undertaking all aspects of electrical installations, LED lighting projects, minor works, and testing & inspection where applicable. You will work on projects across retail, industrial, commercial, and government sectors, ensuring high-quality delivery and compliance with industry standards.

• Install LED lighting and electrical systems to specification.
• Collaborate with the Lighting Project team, sub-contractors, and Project Manager to meet project deadlines.
• Work from electrical drawings, including installation diagrams, circuit layouts, and schematics.
• Deliver a first‑time quality installation with minimal rework.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation at all times.
• Complete all work‑related documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain responsibility for company vehicle and materials.
• Adapt to technical changes and attend training as required.
• Undertake additional duties as instructed by the Project Manager.

• Qualifications:
  • Fully qualified to 18th Edition IEE Regulations (2383-18).
  • 2391-52 Test & Inspection (desirable, training provided).
  • SSSTS Accreditation (desirable, training provided).
• Skills & Experience:
  • Knowledge of EV charging units (desirable, training provided).
  • IPAF & PASMA certifications (desirable, training provided).
  • Ability to work nights and stay away from home (Mon–Fri).
  • Comfortable working at heights (up to 3m) and lifting up to 25kg.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to prioritise workload.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Full UK driving licence.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Self‑motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Commitment to safety and quality standards.

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Full training for desirable certifications.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Company vehicle and tools provided.
• Supportive team environment.

Our market‑leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We provide a virtual GP, financial wellbeing assistance, flexible benefits platform Choices, MiDeals discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension, salary finance, Mitie Matching Share Plan, Mitie Stars recognition with cash prizes and top prize £10,000. We offer diverse training and development via wide selection of resources.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition…please let us know by emailing Pankaj….

Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.

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