Commercial Electrician

Commercial Electrician - Edinburgh - Salary up to £47,000 plus OT!

CBW are looking for a highly experienced Electrician to join a leading facilities provider on a large static site with occasional travel to smaller sites.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced electrician to work across a diverse range of commercial sites, delivering high-quality maintenance, installation, and compliance work. 

Hours of Work:

• Monday - Friday 8am - 4.30pm.

• Install electrical systems including lighting, power distribution, containment, trunking, cabling, and switchgear.
  
  
• Perform regular inspections and preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with scheduled programmes, ensuring all documentation is completed accurately.
• Support specialist installs and lighting setups as required.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with current electrical regulations and health & safety standards.
  
  
• Complete electrical inspection and testing, including EICRs and remedial works.
  
  
• Maintain accurate records of all works undertaken using the sites maintenance systems.
  
  
• Carry out risk assessments and method statements before commencing tasks.
  
  
• Liaise with curators, contractors, and facilities staff to ensure minimal disruption to daily operations and public access.
  
  
• Occasionally assist with general building maintenance tasks (e.g., HVAC support, minor repairs) as part of a multi-skilled facilities team.
  
  

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
  
  
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (required).
  
  
• C&G 2391 or 2394/5 Inspection & Testing (desirable but not essential).
  
  
• Proven experience in commercial or industrial electrical installations.
  
  
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
  
  
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
  
  
• ECS Gold Card (preferred).
  
  
• Basic Disclosure required.

• Competitive salary up to £47,000, inclusive of on-call rota (1 in 7).
  
  
• Company pension scheme.
  
  
• 34 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
  
  
• Enhanced overtime rates: 1.5x and 2x.
  
  
• Private healthcare cover included.