Electrical Site Technician

Overview

Electrical Site Technician

Location: Wolverhampton (UK-wide travel required)

Reports to: EC&I Site Manager

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an Electrical Site Technician to join a well-established and highly reputable client operating within a highly regulated engineering sector. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering an excellent salary, long-term stability, and the chance to work on technically challenging projects across the UK.

Due to client’s security requirements, you must pass security clearance for this role.

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum
• Long-term, permanent employment
• Opportunity to work on high-profile engineering projects
• Ongoing technical development and training
• Supportive engineering and site management team

• Monday - Friday: flexible hours, overtime and shift work required

• Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)

As an Electrical Site Technician, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Installing, maintaining, repairing, and assisting with the commissioning of electrical systems and equipment
• Carrying out all work in line with company quality procedures, health & safety policies, and safe systems of work
• Reading and interpreting electrical general arrangement, schematic, and wiring drawings
• Assembly and wiring of electrical control panels, systems, and specialised machinery to specification
• Installing, glanding, and terminating multicore, paired, copper, and fibre optic cables
• Installing cable trays, trunking, and conduits to a high standard
• Using hand tools, power tools, and crimp tools correctly and safely
• Conducting electrical testing including LVD safety checks, earth bond continuity, insulation resistance, and point-to-point wiring tests
• Supporting equipment builds, configuration inspections, power-up checks, fusing, and functionality testing
• Assisting with commissioning activities and completion of ITP documentation
• Updating issue logs and liaising with Site Managers, design engineers, and commissioning engineers to resolve issues
• Carrying out additional electrical or non-electrical duties as required by the project
• Maintaining clean, safe, and organised work areas at all times
• Working flexibly across UK customer sites, including prolonged periods away when required

To be successful as an Electrical Site Technician, you will need:

• A recognised electrical apprenticeship or Level 3 electrical qualification
• Previous experience carrying out electrical installation works
• Experience wiring control panels and performing field wiring
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with strong attention to detail
• Willingness to work overtime, shifts, and travel nationwide
• Full UK Driving Licence
• You must pass security clearance for this role (mandatory due to security requirements)
• Must have a full five-year continuous work history

• 18th Edition Electrical Regulations
• ECS or CSCS card
• MEWP and/or PASMA certification
• Experience working in regulated or high-integrity environments
• Understanding of UK environmental and waste management legislation

• Role-specific and industry-related training will be provided, with ongoing technical and professional development support

If you are interested in this opportunity as an Electrical Site Technician
, apply today or contact our recruitment team to find out more.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.