Approved Electrician
17 hours ago
Kingston upon Thames
An Approved Electrician is expected to work independently, supervise others, and install electrical systems to a high standard in line with BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations). Metal Containment Work (Tray & Basket) Cable Tray Installation • Installing galvanised steel tray systems for supporting large cable runs, • Measuring, cutting, bending, and assembling tray sections, • Installing brackets, supports, and threaded rod systems, • Ensuring correct spacing, load capacity, and structural integrity Cable Basket Installation • Installing wire mesh (basket) containment mainly for data/lighting circuits, • Cutting and forming basket bends, tees, and risers, • Fixing to ceilings, walls, or raised floors, • Maintaining neat cable routing and segregation (e.g., power vs data) Trunking & Conduit • Installing metal trunking systems (surface or flush), • Bending, threading, and installing steel conduit, • Pulling cables through containment safely, • Ensuring compliance with earthing and bonding requirements Additional Responsibilities • Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics, • Marking out routes for containment systems, • Working at height (ladders, towers, MEWPs), • Supervising improvers/mates/apprentices, • Testing and inspection (if qualified), • Maintaining site safety in line with Health and Safety Executive guidelines Skills & Requirements • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent), • 18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification, • ECS Gold Card (Approved Electrician status), • Strong experience with containment systems (tray, basket, trunking), • Ability to work from drawings without supervision, • Good practical skills (cutting, bending, measuring accurately), • IPAF is required