Electrician

Location Cambridge
Discipline: Construction & Built Environment
Job type: Permanent
Salary: GBP£45k - 55k per year
Contact name: Jose Pinto

Contact email: jose@atriumassociates.uk
Job ref: JO0000002370
Published: 26 days ago
Startdate: 18/05/2026

Approved Electrician – Cambridge General Works Team

Due to a continued increase in workload, an opportunity has arisen for an Approved Electrician to join a well-established General Works team based in Cambridge.

This role offers the chance to work with a respected and long-standing business delivering projects across a range of sectors including Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Defence, and Research. The successful candidate will support clients throughout Cambridgeshire and surrounding counties.

Reporting directly to the General Works & Maintenance Manager, you will work closely with repeat clients and represent the business in a professional and confident manner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Installation, servicing, and repair of a variety of electrical systems
  • Fault finding, modifications, and maintenance within commercial and industrial environments
  • Carrying out testing and inspection of electrical installations
  • Completing Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
  • Working independently and managing workloads effectively
  • Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations, BS7671, and Building Regulations
  • Maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer service

Candidate Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ post-apprenticeship experience
  • Strong commercial and industrial electrical experience
  • Ability to work independently and use initiative
  • Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
  • Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures and regulations

Qualifications & Certifications

Essential:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
  • 18th Edition Certificate
  • CSCS/ECS Card (or eligibility to obtain)
  • Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable (training can be provided):

  • C&G 2391 or equivalent
  • IPAF
  • PASMA
  • SSSTS
  • First Aid qualification

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary in line with the JIB Industrial Determination - £45.000 to £55.000 per year (depending on working hours)
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Long-term career prospects within a stable and growing business
  • Opportunity to work across varied and interesting projects

If you are a motivated and experienced electrician looking for a new opportunity within a supportive and professional environment, we would like to hear from you.