Approved Electrician

Advertised by Sourced Recruitment Limited

Location
Leicester, City of Leicester
Salary
£42,000 - £50,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
3 November 2026
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Job description

Role Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Approved Electrician to install, maintain, inspect and test electrical systems across a range of engineering projects. You’ll combine hands-on electrical work with supervising a small team on site, helping deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install and maintain electrical wiring, control systems and lighting.
  • Install containment systems to support and protect cabling.
  • Inspect and test electrical installations.
  • Diagnose electrical faults using appropriate test equipment.
  • Ensure completed work meets quality standards and is free from defects.
  • Supervise and support a small team of tradespeople, including training and developing junior electricians.
  • Liaise regularly with the Project Engineer or Project Manager and flag issues that could affect the schedule.
  • Identify and report shortages of materials, equipment or plant to prevent delays.
  • Work from electrical schematics, general arrangement (GA) drawings and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
  • Produce sketches for containment and cable installations as required.

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Maintain a safe and tidy working environment.
  • Follow health and safety legislation, site procedures and company policies.
  • Report near misses and contribute to safety improvement initiatives.
  • Keep risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) up to date and advise management of any changes needed.
  • Complete documentation in line with the company’s business management systems.
  • Comply with GDPR and follow company procedures aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Essential

  • City & Guilds electrical apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 electrical qualification.
  • At least three years’ post-apprenticeship experience.
  • Knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulations.
  • ECS Gold Card.
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics, GA drawings and P&IDs.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Word and email.

Desirable

  • Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) qualification.
  • City & Guilds 2391 or 2395 Inspection and Testing qualification.
  • Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

  • Increased earning potential through the company’s internal approval process.
  • Company van and pension.
  • Bonuses and overtime opportunities.
  • Varied work across multiple contracts and environments, with training and opportunities for progression.

Reference 225796775

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