25 electrician jobs found in Southampton

Electrician / Domestic Testing Engineer (EICR) Salary: £38,000-£42,000 p/a plus commissions OTE £55,000+ (per test & remedials in the property) Reports to: Qualified Supervisor Location: Social Housing Contracts - Portsmouth & Southampton This is a temporary position with the possibility of going perm after 12 weeks. About Us The Wiggett Group is a trusted name in social housing property services, delivering high-quality solutions through our specialist divisions: Electrical, Fire & Security, Roofing, Scaffolding and Property Services. We're growing rapidly and are seeking an experienced Electrician to bolster our Electrical team. The Role We're seeking a skilled Electrician with proven EICR testing experience to carry out electrical and remedial works across our Housing Association properties. This is a key role to ensure tenant safety, compliance, and quality service. Key Responsibilities Conduct EICR inspections and ensure all electrical work complies with...

Our client are seeking an Electrician to work on a water treatment site near Sandown, on the IOW. Travel can be provided from Portsmouth however, at no cost to the contractor. As this role is working on a water treatment site, ideally candidates will have previous experience within the water sector, although candidates with an industrial background can be considered.  Start: ASAP Duration: Atleast 6 weeks Rate: £27-28p/hour Hours: 45 per week Candidate Requirements:  JIB Gold Card 18th Edition Relevant Apprenticeship/NVQ etc. Own Tools & PPE Industrial Experience Job Outline: Candidates should be competent with all aspects of industrial installation works/containment.  Able to diagnose and rectify faults. This includes working on electrical controls, pumps, motors, control panels, instrumentation and other electrical systems. Adhering to onsite health and safety regulations Collaborating with other trades and end client on site. Able to work...

Time-served electricians required for a start Jan 2026. Minimum of 6 months work. Reading area. Interested candidates must be prepared to go through security checks – DBS etc All small low voltage controls cables

About this Role: We are currently recruiting for experienced Industrial Electricians to join a nationwide electrical contractor working across commercial and industrial environments. This is a field-based role involving regular work away from home during the week, delivering high-quality electrical installations, testing, and maintenance services for a variety of clients. The ideal candidate will be flexible, professional, and comfortable working as part of a team while liaising directly with customers on site. Job Responsibilities: * Carrying out electrical installations in commercial and industrial settings * Completing electrical testing and inspection works, including EICR where required * Fault finding, maintenance, and upgrade works on existing electrical systems * Working safely at height using appropriate access equipment * Ensuring all work complies with BS7671 and current health & safety regulations * Liaising with clients and site teams to ensure...

Example Recruitment Group Ltd is partnering with a leading national heating contractor to recruit experienced, self-employed Gas Engineers for long-term installation work across the South Surrey & Sussex area. They can offer both part-time and full-time opportunities with consistent, guaranteed workloads throughout the year. What’s on Offer * Earnings: approx. £350–£450 per day (price-work based) * Materials: fully supplied and delivered to site * Work Type: boiler installations, including swaps and system upgrades/conversions * Wiring: completed by a qualified electrician * Waste/Scrap: collected from site * Contract Length: ongoing * Payment: weekly pay (one week in hand) Requirements * 2 years’ experience as a qualified heating engineer * Van with bulkhead (plain or sign-written) * Gas Safe registration * In-date ACS qualifications * Calibrated flue gas analyser * Powerflush machine * £2m public liability insurance * Clean DBS...

Multi Skilled Engineer – Electrical Bias    Ref: (phone number removed) Location: Mobile role covering Hampshire, depot is based in SO21. Hours: Monday to Friday 8am-5pm (40hrs per week) Pay: £24.88ph paid weekly via umbrella Duration: Ongoing Contract – Long Term Notes: Successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check prior to starting. This is a mobile role in Hampshire, vehicle, phone, tablet & tools will be supplied along with full uniform & PPE.    Duties The primary purpose of the role is to carry out both planned preventative maintenance and reactive call outs on a wide variety of Mechanical and Electrical Buildings Services Engineering plant, ensuring all activities are completed in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with the contracted output specifications and processes and procedures. This includes Legionella control and monitoring activities, fire alarm testing and participating in an out of hours call out rota. Ensure that routine PPM is...

Electrical Technician - Nuclear Project (Reading) £38.17 p/h CIS | 12-month contract | SC clearance required We're seeking a number of Electrical Technicians to join a specialist team on a major nuclear project in Reading. You'll deliver installation, modifications, maintenance, testing, and repair of electrical systems in a highly regulated environment. Requirements: Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Engineering IET 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Experience in installation, maintenance, and repair Familiar with nuclear or high-hazard sites Why Apply? Long-term, high-value contract Work on a major nuclear project SC Clearance needed

We are seeking an experienced Senior/Principal Electrical (EC&I) Commissioning Engineer to support a major defence project at a secure, highly regulated site near Reading. This is a senior, site-based role requiring a high level of technical expertise, leadership, and experience in commissioning, testing, and assurance of electrical and control systems within safety-critical environments. Role: Senior/Principal Electrical (EC&I) Commissioning Engineer Location: Reading (site-based) Rate: £55-£70 per hour Inside IR35 (Based on year's experience) Employment Type: Contract 12 Months Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the commissioning, testing, and validation of electrical and EC&I systems on a complex defence project and provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior commissioning engineers and site teams. Develop, review, and approve commissioning strategies, test procedures, and method statements, alongside supervising functional testing, fault finding, and...

Electrical Site Supervisor GRS are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor in the Water Industry to cover the Surrey area Reporting to the Project Engineer / Lead Site Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all electrical activities on site, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required technical standards. You will play a key role in delivering a high-quality installation throughout all stages of the project. Key Responsibilities * Supervise electrical installations across the site. * Ensure all SHE standards are consistently maintained and safe systems of work are followed. * Maintain high-quality workmanship in line with current regulations and project specifications. * Verify new electrical systems and ensure compliance with required standards. * Carry out safe isolation of LV electrical systems. * Monitor supply chain performance and progress against...

Job ID: 27649 Role: Electrical Design Engineer Location: Ascot (Hybrid working - minimum 2 days in office) Type: Contract - Outside IR35 Duration: Initial 6 months Start Date: ASAP Hours: 37.5 per week The Opportunity An established building services consultancy is looking to appoint an Electrical Design Engineer on a contract basis to support a strong pipeline of work. The role will focus primarily on retail projects for major blue-chip clients, including large national retailers. This is an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for ongoing work for the foreseeable future for the right individual. The Role You will be responsible for delivering electrical building services designs across retail-led projects, working closely with internal teams and clients in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Produce electrical designs and technical documentation for building services projects Support projects from concept through detailed design stages...

Murray McIntosh are currently seeking an Electrical Technician to work for a client of ours on a contract basis as detailed below: Responsibilities: Control panel building Panel wiring to IPC standards Rack building and wiring Cable pulling Prototype wiring Adding connectors to cables Working to diagrams and schematics 18th edition electrical would be preferred

Electrical Technician The key duties of the post are as follows: • To participate in the construction, conditioning, testing, installation and commissioning of vacuum systems. • To work within a team to install, test and commission the vacuum system. This will include working on all electrical aspects of the vacuum instrumentation including racks and field equipment such as controllers, valves, gauges and pumps. • To undertake the testing, fault finding and repair of above systems including component repair. • General technician work including electrical cabling, specialist connector assembly, build of simple electronic devices and some mechanical assembly. This will include soldering and crimping. All work to be completed to a high standard. • Electrical vacuum equipment inspection, testing, handling and inventory checking. • Ensure that all work is carried out safely and using the correct processes. Carrying out regular safety inspections. Use of appropriate PPE equipment as...

Mechanical Repairs Technician - 11 Positions Available 📍 Titchfield Long‑Term PAYE Contract (to December 2026) Following a recent ramp‑up, we're looking for 11 Mechanical Repairs Technicians to join our aerospace client in Titchfield. With a move to a brand‑new purpose‑built facility underway, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and highly skilled team. These are long‑term PAYE contracts running until December 2026, with strong potential for extension. 🛠 What You'll Do Test, diagnose and validate mechanical, electrical and pump units Strip and rebuild components to approved aerospace standards Operate test rigs and diagnostic equipment Record accurate test data (manual and electronic) Support continuous improvement activities Collaborate with engineers and technicians Solve complex technical faults with a hands‑on approach📌 What We're Looking For Essential: Experience in testing and fault diagnosis Strong mechanical and electrical testing skills Ability to...

Avionics technicians wanted - £44 per hour ⚡ Avionics Supervisors 💷 £44/hr (all-in) 📍 Middle Wallop ⏱️ 6-month initial contract with strong extension potential 🛂 BPSS + SC (or eligible) 🌍 UK right to work required Supporting major UK defence aircraft programmes, including Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A and E-7 Wedgetail, within a regulated MAA MRP Part 145 MRO environment. 🔧 Role overview - Avionic maintenance, repair, modification and fault-finding Troubleshooting complex electrical and electronic aircraft systems Working strictly to approved technical data and publications Accurate task certification and work recording Maintaining compliance with MAA RA, QA and SMS requirements Supporting safe, on-time aircraft delivery 🔧 Requirements - Experience maintaining Chinook or Apache aircrafts (similar helicopter or military aircraft experience will be considered) Recognised avionics aircraft experience Defence or commercial aviation experience Strong understanding of military aviation...

Avionics Test Technician Location: Farnborough, UK (full‑time, on‑site) Clearance: BPSS (arranged by AALTO) Pay: £23.29 per hour PAYE / £31.16 per hour Umbrella Join AALTO and Help Shape the Future of Stratospheric Flight At AALTO, we're redefining what's possible in aerospace. AALTO designs, manufactures, and operates Zephyr, the world‑leading, solar‑powered High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS). Zephyr operates above 60,000 ft for months at a time-delivering vital connectivity, high‑resolution Earth observation and innovative services to governments, partners, and communities across the globe. You'll be joining Team AALTO, a passionate group of engineers, specialists, and innovators who are pushing the boundaries of Stratospace. This is your opportunity to contribute to ground‑breaking technology with real global impact. About the Role As an Avionics Test Technician, you'll play a key part in validating and verifying the avionics systems that power the Zephyr platform....

Avionic Test Technician – Farnborough Morson Edge is looking for an Avionics Test Technician to support the verification and validation of avionics systems for High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) aircraft. This is a hands-on role focused on test execution, fault finding, and close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and programme teams to ensure safe, repeatable, and high-quality testing. Rates (ph): £23.29 PAYE / £31.16 Umbrella Contract Length: until the send of the year Hours: Standard 37 hours per week. Location: Farnborough, GU14 (travel occasional) The Role As an Avionics Test Technician, you’ll play a key part in ensuring avionics systems meet performance, safety, and quality requirements. You’ll work from structured test plans, execute tests accurately, and provide clear feedback to engineering teams to support continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Carry out verification and validation testing of avionics systems • Execute...

Avionics Test Technician Location: Farnborough (Full‑time, On‑Site) Contract: Until 31/12/2026 Pay Rate: £23.29 per hour PAYE / £31.16 per hour Umbrella About the Role We are supporting a leading aerospace organisation in the recruitment of Avionics Test Technicians to join their growing engineering and test team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of cutting‑edge high‑altitude platform technology, working within a highly skilled environment on innovative avionics systems. You will play a key role in the verification, validation and hands‑on testing of avionics systems, supporting engineering, manufacturing and programme teams to deliver safe, high‑quality and repeatable test outcomes. Key Responsibilities Perform hands‑on testing, troubleshooting and validation of avionics systems and components. Work from structured test plans, identifying gaps or improvements where needed. Use test equipment including wiring harnesses, sensors, thermocouples and measurement...

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to service, maintain, and repair decarbonizing units across the Berkshire / Newbury area. This is a full-time, temp to perm role with standard working hours from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. The ideal candidate will be skilled in basic electrical work and mechanical repairs. This role would suit an individual who enjoys hands-on work and has a keen eye for detail. It is ideal for someone who is self-motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently. A full driving licence is essential, and candidates must be over 20 for insurance purposes. Salary: £19.91 - Umbrella Monday to Friday 8am till 4pm Key Responsibilities: Service and maintain decarbonizing units to ensure optimal performance. Perform plug rewiring and basic electrical repairs. Replace broken or faulty nuts, bolts, and other mechanical components. Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with decarbonizing units. Ensure all repairs and maintenance work meet...

Commissioning Technician (EC&I) Duration: 52 weeks Employment Type: Full-time, site-based role – 11 shifts on, 3 shifts off NIGHT SHIFT ROLE Reports to: Commissioning Manager Main Purpose: To develop and implement commissioning arrangements across all site activities, including installation, commissioning, and handover, thereby supporting the overall project lifecycle. The Commissioning Technician will ensure that all work on the MENSA project is conducted in strict accordance with approved procedures, as directed by the Commissioning Manager (or delegate), and will promptly escalate any technical or safety concerns. This position may also involve undertaking specific tasks within the commissioning team, including installation duties as required. Key Responsibilities: Comply with the agreed Commissioning Quality Management System, accurately applying procedures, codes, and standards. Provide functional input to commissioning deliverables. Report job progress clearly...

Lift Tester / Technician NVQ4 Qualified Covering the Reading/Oxford/Basingstoke region Role Overview Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity? Otis is growing and is looking for a Regional Technical Support Engineer for one of our entities located in the SW. Your priority is to ensure the safety of passengers and technical stakeholders by safely maintaining a portfolio of elevator and escalator units. On a typical day you will: * Act as a subject matter expert for all things around lift problems and troubleshooting. * Work with other branches to provide and support with diagnosis of highly complex issues. * Provide coaching and development to others around technical issues. What you will need to be successful * Be qualified to NVQ 4 or equivalent within lift servicing and repairs. * Hold a drivers license * You have good skills in electricity and electrical...