Electrician – Marine Installation (Shift Allowance)

About the role

BAE Systems is seeking a qualified Electrician to join the electrical team responsible for installing power and control systems on Type 26 frigates. The role is based onsite in Glasgow (Govan and Scotstoun) and offers a competitive salary with a 33% shift allowance.

Key responsibilities

• Install a variety of cables (multi‑core, single‑core, coaxial) and electrical equipment such as junction boxes, fuse panels, consoles, transformers and switches.
• Terminate cables and mount electrical components to trade standards.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with shipbuilding teams to ensure timely completion of installations.
• Maintain compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.

Required profile

• Completed Modern Apprenticeship (SVQ Level 3) or equivalent trade qualification.
• Holder of a valid SJIB card.
• Experience in marine installations or large‑scale industrial environments.
• Familiarity with risk assessments, PUWER, COSHH and safe working procedures.
• Ability to follow tag‑out and proving‑dead processes.

Required skills

• Cable installation (multi‑core, single‑core, coaxial).
• Electrical system installation and termination.
• Reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Mounting and earthing electrical equipment.
• Risk assessment and compliance with PUWER, COSHH.
• Tag‑out and safe proving‑dead procedures.

What we offer

• Annual salary of £40,016 plus a 33% shift allowance.
• Day, night and weekend shift patterns.
• Career development within a global defence and aerospace leader.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge naval vessels for the Royal Navy.