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Apply now Job no: 493568
Work type: Temporary role
Location: Motherwell
Categories: Electrical

Approved Electrician –  (Motherwell/Field-Based)

💰 SJIB Approved Electrician Rate 
🚐 Van, fuel card, PPE & test equipment provided
📅 3-month contract with potential to extend until December 2026 | 37 hours/week | Immediate Start 

Monday to Friday, with the potential for overtime depending on workload and weekend requirements.

We’re urgently seeking 2 x  Approved Electrician's to join us  to support compliance works across various industrial and Comercial sites. 

Based from Motherwell, these role's involves travelling to field locations across Southern Scotland and Northern England, carrying out inspection, testing and remedial works to help us meet  demand.

Role 1: Large Industrial Client – Quarries (Long-Term, until Dec 2026)

  • Mainly site-based, Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend work during shutdown periods.

  • Hotel accommodation Monday–Thursday nights provided.

  • Overtime highly likely as the client aims to maximise production.

  • Travel across Southern Scotland and Northern England (as far south as Liverpool/Lake District).

  • Typical days: 10–12 hours, mostly Monday–Thursday, 40–50 hours/week.

Role 2: Commercial Sites (Short-Term, 3–6 Months)

  • Regular monthly checks on commercial sites across Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth (offices, schools, depots, accommodation).

  • Occasional travel to Inverness, Wick, Aberdeen, Oban, Campbelltown; a few overnight stays possible.

Both Roles Include:

  • Hotels booked, with breakfast and £25 evening meal allowance.

  • Van and fuel card provided.

  • All PPE and specialist tools supplied.

  • Direct-to-site roles.

  • Pay: 37 hours standard, then 1.5x overtime; Saturday 7.5 hours at 1.5x then 2x; Sunday 2x.

🛠️ The Work Includes:

  • Electrical inspection and testing to BS7671 standards

  • Emergency lighting and equipment testing

  • Remedial works based on inspection findings

  • Working to client scopes and safety procedures

  • Daily van-based travel directly to client sites

You’ll Need:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

  • City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing

  • 18th Edition (BS7671)

  • AM2 (or equivalent full apprenticeship route)

  • ECS Card

  • Strong experience with commercial/industrial environments

  • A positive attitude and ability to work independently


What You’ll Get:

  • £28/hour via agency (CIS or PAYE only)

  • Van, fuel card, PPE & test equipment provided

  • Immediate start with a well-established client base

  • Key support role to meet essential compliance deadlines

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