UK Job Description Template · Electrician
UK Electrician Job Description Template 2026
Job purpose
To install, test, and maintain electrical systems in domestic, commercial, or industrial settings safely and to current UK regulations. Carry out electrical work to BS 7671 standards.
Key responsibilities
- • Install electrical systems in new builds and refurbishments
- • Diagnose and repair faults in existing electrical systems
- • Carry out periodic inspection and testing (EICRs)
- • Issue electrical certificates and minor works documents
- • Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- • Comply with BS 7671 (18th Edition) IET Wiring Regulations
- • Ensure CDM Regulations compliance on construction sites
- • Manage materials, tools, and consumables
- • Liaise with clients, contractors, and other trades
- • Maintain accurate work records and timesheets
Essential skills
- ✓ Strong electrical installation and fault-finding skills
- ✓ Knowledge of BS 7671 (current edition)
- ✓ Ability to read electrical drawings
- ✓ Test equipment competence (MFT, insulation tester, RCD tester)
- ✓ Manual handling and tool use
- ✓ Risk assessment and safe working practices
- ✓ Customer-facing communication
Desirable skills
- + Specific specialism (industrial, commercial, domestic, hazardous areas)
- + EV charging installation
- + Solar PV / renewable energy installation
- + Smart home / KNX systems
- + Fire alarm / security systems
- + Inspection & testing specialism
Qualifications
City & Guilds Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installations. 18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification (2391 or similar). ECS Gold Card. CSCS card for site work. JIB grading typical (Approved Electrician, Technician, Engineer).
Experience
Apprentice/Improver: 2-4 years. Approved Electrician: 4-8 years (after qualification). Senior/Technician: 8-15+ years. Project Engineer / Supervisor: 10+ years.
UK salary ranges
Junior
£28,000-£35,000 Improver / Newly Qualified
Mid-level
£35,000-£48,000 Approved Electrician
Senior
£48,000-£70,000+ Senior / Specialist / Self-employed
Working pattern
UK electrical work is site-based with travel between sites. Standard hours for commercial/industrial; emergency call-outs for some domestic. Self-employed electricians typically earn more but with overhead/insurance/admin burden.
Career progression
Apprentice → Improver → Approved Electrician → Technician/Senior → Project Engineer → Supervisor / Estimator → Self-employed contractor / Business owner. Specialisations: industrial controls, renewable energy, EV charging, smart buildings.
Recruiter pro tip
UK electrician JDs in 2026 increasingly need to specify renewable energy / EV charging experience. The transition is creating significant demand for electricians with solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging install qualifications. Roles requiring these skills attract significantly higher rates and better candidate quality.
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