Industrial Electrician – Gas Industry (Training Provided)
Training & Career Development Provided
Location: UK Wide – based from Speke, Liverpool, with nationwide site travel
Salary: £22+ per hour, dependent on experience, plus overtime, company vehicle and benefits
About the Role
Due to continued company growth and an expanding portfolio of projects, we are looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician to join our growing Electrical & Instrumentation (EC&I) team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that is continuing to develop and expand within the UK energy and infrastructure sectors. As our workload increases, we are investing in our people and building a strong team of skilled electrical professionals to support our long-term growth.
We are looking for an industrial electrician who is keen to develop their skills and build a long-term career within the UK gas transmission and distribution industry.
Previous experience within the gas industry is not required. Full training, mentoring and ongoing technical development will be provided to the right candidate.
Working alongside experienced EC&I engineers and commissioning teams, you will be involved in the installation, testing and commissioning of electrical systems on critical gas infrastructure projects for major UK utility clients.
This is a varied role offering the opportunity to work across different sites and projects throughout the UK while developing specialist knowledge in electrical, instrumentation and hazardous-area systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Install industrial electrical systems in accordance with drawings, specifications and applicable standards.
- Install containment systems including tray, ladder, conduit and trunking.
- Terminate and test power, control and instrumentation cables.
- Install field equipment including motors, actuators, junction boxes and control panels.
- Carry out inspection and testing in accordance with BS 7671.
- Work safely in accordance with company procedures, risk assessments and client standards.
- Complete installation records, test documentation and quality records.
- Support commissioning activities where required.
- Work collaboratively with EC&I engineers, commissioning teams and other site personnel.
- Travel to customer sites throughout the UK, with regular overnight stays.
What We're Looking For
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
- Previous industrial electrical installation experience.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
- Willingness to work away from home Monday–Friday, approximately 80% of the time.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Strong commitment to health, safety and quality.
Desirable – but not essential
- Inspection & Testing qualification (2391 or equivalent).
- COMPEX qualification.
- Experience within utilities, water, energy, process or manufacturing industries.
- ECS Gold Card.
- IPAF and PASMA.
- SSSTS or SMSTS.
What You'll Learn
As part of our commitment to developing our people, full industry training and mentoring will be provided, including opportunities to gain experience in:
- Gas Pressure Reduction Installations (PRI/PRU).
- Electrical & Instrumentation (EC&I) installations.
- Hazardous Area (ATEX/DSEAR) working.
- Gas industry standards and procedures.
- National Gas, Cadent and Northern Gas Networks specifications.
- Permit-to-work systems and safe isolation.
- Instrumentation installation and commissioning.
What We Offer
- £22+ per hour, dependent on experience.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Company vehicle.
- Company pension.
- Annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Structured career progression.
- Industry-recognised training and qualifications.
- Ongoing technical development and mentoring.
- Supportive and experienced team environment.
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects.
- The opportunity to develop specialist EC&I and gas-industry experience.
Why Join Us?
We're growing – and we want you to grow with us.
Our continued growth has created opportunities to expand our EC&I team and develop the next generation of skilled industrial electrical professionals. Joining us at this stage means becoming part of a growing business where there is genuine opportunity to develop your technical skills, take on additional responsibilities and progress your career.
Whether you already have experience within the utilities or industrial sectors, or you're an experienced industrial electrician looking to move into the gas industry, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
If you're safety-focused, technically minded, reliable and keen to develop your career, we'd like to hear from you.
Join our growing team and build your future
Pay: £22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company car
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Has a Clean & Valid UK Driving License
- Industrial Installation Experience
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
