Quick overview
Job description
JMB80– Electrical Engineer
Location: Aldershot + Surrounding areas
Salary: £38,000–£40,000
Overview
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Electrician on behalf of one of our clients.
The successful candidate will carry out the installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of electrical and telecommunications infrastructure across multiple sites, ensuring all work meets the required safety and compliance standards.
Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel with relevant electrical engineering or technical experience. All suitably qualified candidates will be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Install, test, maintain and repair HV/LV electrical equipment and associated infrastructure.
- Inspect overhead lines, pylons, telecommunications masts and related equipment.
- Diagnose electrical faults and carry out repairs safely and efficiently.
- Install and commission telecommunications equipment, cabling and associated systems.
- Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and company procedures.
- Complete maintenance records, testing certificates and reports.
- Support infrastructure upgrade projects and liaise with engineers, contractors and clients.
- Maintain tools, testing equipment, PPE and climbing equipment.
- Participate in standby and call-out duties as required.
- Work effectively within a field engineering team.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience in electrical installation, maintenance or fault-finding.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Ability to work outdoors and at height.
- Strong problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills.
- Good reporting and documentation skills.
Desirable
- Valid Gold ECS Card.
- Experience with overhead lines, electrical pylons, telecommunications masts or utility infrastructure.
- Relevant climbing or working-at-height certification.
- Experience with HV/LV systems and telecommunications equipment.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to develop your career within electrical and telecommunications infrastructure, with potential earnings of £50,000–£55,000 OTE.
Ex-military applicants with relevant electrical qualifications, technical experience or transferable engineering skills are encouraged to apply. Candidates must meet the essential technical requirements of the role.
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