Electrician

ECS Gold Card Electrician (Commercial / Industrial / Water Sector)

Location: West Midlands & wider project locations (must be flexible to travel)
Contract type: Permanent / Long-term project basis
Hours: Full time, site hours, occasional overtime

The Role
As an ECS Gold Card Electrician, you will work across a range of projects including first & second fix, testing & commissioning, maintenance works, and client servicing in commercial, industrial, and water sector environments. You will be expected to read drawings, coordinate with site teams, ensure compliance to 18th Edition / BS 7671, and uphold high standards of workmanship and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out first fix and second fix electrical installation

• Wiring, distribution, cabling, containment work

• Testing, inspection, commissioning & fault diagnostics

• Work to drawings, specifications, and site instructions

• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, regulations & quality control

• Liaise with project managers, site supervisors, and other trades

• Supervise or support junior electricians or apprentices as needed

• Report on progress, records, site documentation

Requirements / Qualifications

• ECS Gold Card (Electrician) mandatory

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / equivalent electrical qualification

• Strong experience in commercial, industrial, or water sector work

• Knowledge of 18th Edition wiring regulations (BS 7671)

• Full UK driving licence (clean)

• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications

• Good communication skills and reliability

• Own tools, PPE, and test equipment

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rate

• Annual bonus scheme

• Pension scheme

• Company vehicle (or allowance where applicable)

• Ongoing training & development

• Supportive, professional working environment

• Opportunities for career progression