Site Installation Technician

About the role

The Site Installation Technician will work on electrical systems for water treatment works, pumping stations and process facilities, ensuring compliance with UK electrical regulations, health & safety standards and project specifications. The role is split between the head office in Southampton and project sites across the UK, requiring regular travel and occasional overnight stays.

Key responsibilities

• Electrical installation, wiring, testing and commissioning of control panels, motor control centres and associated equipment.
• Perform electrical terminations, modifications and repairs in line with drawings and specifications.
• Conduct on‑site fault finding, equipment selection and pre‑contract site surveys.
• Prepare risk assessments, method statements, site progress reports and other required documentation.
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671, Electricity at Work Regulations and health & safety procedures.

Required profile

• Current JIB/ECS card and NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years experience installing electrical systems on industrial or heavy‑industry projects.
• Full UK driving licence.

Required skills

• Electrical installation and commissioning of control panels and MCCs.
• Testing and fault finding of industrial electrical systems.
• Knowledge of BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations) and UK electrical regulations.

What we offer

• Competitive rates and discretionary annual bonus.
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) with option to buy additional leave.
• Company pension scheme and employee assistance programme.