Electrical Supervisor

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical services company is seeking a qualified Electrical Supervisor/Electrician in Northampton. In this role, you'll manage a team on diverse commercial and industrial projects, perform installations, and participate in emergency call-outs. The ideal candidate will have a City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, 5+ years of electrical experience, and excellent communication skills. Competitive pay, JIB rates, accommodation for travel, and continuous training are offered.

Benefits

4 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Company van with fuel card

Further training available

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in the electrical field.
• Must have a full driving licence with ideally no more than 6 points.
• Customer-facing role requiring effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of electricians and subcontractors on installations.
• Install, maintain, and test electrical setups including Solar PV.
• Participate in a 24-hour emergency call-out service.

Skills

Qualified electrician

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

18th Edition of BS7671

CITB Health & Safety Qualification (SSSTS or SMSTS)

City & Guilds 2391 Testing and Inspection

Tools

Power tools

Job description

We specialise in the retail, commercial and industrial sectors, including large supermarket chains, distribution warehouses, HM Prisons, and office fit-out. From HV / LV mains distribution to LED lighting replacement projects to large scale Commercial Solar PV systems, we use the latest cutting‑edge technology to ensure the highest standards of work, every time.

Electrical Supervisor / Electrician

Due to our continued success and growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for qualified Electricians to join our team.

The Role

• As a working electrical supervisor, you will be expected to manage a small team of electricians and sub‑contractors on commercial and industrial installations, there may be aspects of installation works carried out by yourself depending on the size and nature of the project.
• Installing, maintaining, and testing electrical installations including fire alarms, emergency lighting, data networks, Solar PV, and HVAC systems.
• Carry out responsive and preventative maintenance.
• Carry out EICR’s and all associated remedial works.
• Completing reports and certificates using iPads and laptop PCs.
• Submit job reports and weekly time sheets.
• Carry out fault finding.
• Our projects are Nationwide, (exc Northern Ireland) and you will be expected to travel as required. Hotel accommodation will be provided when working over a certain distance from home, TBA depending on location and travelling time.
• You will be working full time, Monday to Friday, with some out of hours working and weekends as projects dictate, typical 58 hours per week.
• Participate in 24‑hour emergency call‑out service – you will also be expected to be available to carry out emergency work. Manning the call‑out service is done on a flexible rotation basis of approximately 1 week in every 4 to 6. You will be paid a fixed stand‑byings rate, a call‑out bonus, and your normally hourly rate from the time you leave home until the time you return home, when called out.

The Person

• The successful Electrician MUST be a qualified electrician, with a minimum of a City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent City & Guilds Qualification).
• 18th Edition of BS7671.
• 5+ Years’ experience in the electrical field.
• CITB Health & Safety Qualification – Either SSSTS or SMSTS.
• You must have a full driving licence (ideally clean or a maximum of 6 points).
• This is a customer facing role, so you will need to be personable and communicate with the client as required.
• Excellent time management skills with a flexible approach to working hours.
• City & Guilds 2391 Testing and Inspection.

Desirable Experience

• Commercial Solar PV Experience.
• Hold a current ECS gold card. IPAF Card (MEWPS) or PASMA Card (Towers).
• First Aid qualification.

The Package

• JIB Rates paid including enhanced rates for overtime / weekends / nights etc in line with JIB working rules.
• 4 week’s holidays plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Further training available.
• Fully stocked company van with fuel card (including travel to and from work).
• Power tools, equipment, and company uniform.
• Additional payment for being on standby and payment for being called out plus hourly rates.
• Hotels booked and paid for centrally by the company.