Approved Electrician
- TD12 4LX, Leitholm, The Scottish Borders
- Contract
- Full time
- £32 - £34 Per Hour
Job Description
Approved Electrician – Substation Project 📍 Location: Eccles, Scotland, Coldstream, TD12 4LX 🎯 Position: Approved Electrician 📅 Start: March 2026 📆 Duration: September 2026 ⏱️ Hours: 10 per day 💷 Rate: £34 CIS Are you an experienced JIB Approved Electrician with a strong background in high‑voltage installations? Looking to contribute your expertise to a major UK energy infrastructure project? Join a dedicated team helping to deliver essential renewable and HV works across the UK.
About the Role
As an Approved Electrician/Wireman, you will be involved in the installation, testing, of HV systems on a substation project. You’ll work to strict safety and quality standards, supporting the successful and compliant delivery of key project milestones.
Key Responsibilities
- Installing and maintaining HV distribution systems, SCADA, signalling and control equipment
- Installing containment: tray, trunking, conduit, ladder rack
- Small wiring and multi‑core cabling
- Fault‑finding, diagnostics, and electrical testing
- Completing installation paperwork, test sheets, and daily logs
- Interpreting drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications
- Safe operation and upkeep of HV tools and testing equipment
- Working effectively with engineers, supervisors, and wider project teams
Requirements
✔️ JIB Approved Electrician status (2391 essential) ✔️ 18th Edition – BS 7671 ✔️ Previous experience working on HV substations ✔️ Strong understanding of HV safety and industry regulations ✔️ Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical drawings ✔️ Proven experience with testing and inspection
What We Offer
✨ Opportunity to work on major national infrastructure & renewable energy projects ✨ Join a skilled, safety‑first workforce ✨ Long‑term stability and potential for future project progression Interested? Let’s get you started. Message Macy Harrison to apply


