39 electrician jobs found in Edinburgh

We are seeking additional Electricians to join our dynamic team for a long term ongoing contract. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in domestic electrical work and demonstrate proficiency with both hand and power tools. This role requires a commitment to safety and quality, ensuring that all electrical installations and repairs meet industry standards. This will be long term work - working in and around Midlothian. Candidates must have a valid ECS 18th Edition and valid driving license. Responsibilities • Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment in properties. • Conduct regular inspections of electrical systems to identify potential issues or hazards. • Troubleshoot electrical problems and provide effective solutions in a timely manner. • Collaborate with other tradespeople to ensure seamless project completion. • Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines while performing electrical work. • Maintain accurate records of work...

Installation electricians required for a commercial fit out project of a cinema, duties to include containment, lighting, 1st and 2nd fix electrics. 5 months work. Hours are 7am - 5pm, 10 hours paid, no breaks deducted JIB gold card required, IPAF or PASMA tickets advantagous

This job is being advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment Limited who operate as an employment business. We are looking for 2 electricians to assist our valued client on their office fit-out project. Currently at phase 2. Hours could be up to 12 hours per day with weekends also available. 38 hours - standard rate, time and 1/2 after this. Saturday first 6 hours time and 1/2 After this double time and Sunday double time. Must have Gold ECS. Please send your CV and call Matt

Job Title: Electricians Type: Contract Location: Dundee Duration: on going Start: August/ Sept Role: Opportunities have come available for Electricians to work on a commercial project in Dundee. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Electrical Installation, including containment and CMS. Essential Requirements: Gold ECS Card For full details and to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply or contact Tom Gibson at Search. Mobile: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Approved Electrician – Substation Project 📍 Location: Eccles, Scotland, Coldstream, TD12 4LX 🎯 Position: Approved Electrician 📅 Start: March 2026 📆 Duration: September 2026 ⏱️ Hours: 10 per day 💷 Rate: £34 CIS Are you an experienced JIB Approved Electrician with a strong background in high‑voltage installations? Looking to contribute your expertise to a major UK energy infrastructure project? Join a dedicated team helping to deliver essential renewable and HV works across the UK. About the Role As an Approved Electrician/Wireman, you will be involved in the installation, testing, of HV systems on a substation project. You’ll work to strict safety and quality standards, supporting the successful and compliant delivery of key project milestones. Key Responsibilities * Installing and maintaining HV distribution systems, SCADA, signalling and control equipment * Installing containment: tray, trunking, conduit, ladder rack * Small wiring and multi‑core cabling * Fault‑finding,...

Electrician (days) Winsford Circa £18 per hour + overtime Mon - Thu   Certain Advantage is partnering with an automotive manufacturer to recruit experienced Electricians. You will take responsibility for installing and commissioning 12V/24V electrical systems and crimping and soldering.   Key Responsibilities: Installing and commissioning electrical systems Reading technical drawings Following health and safety rules and regulations  Your Background: Previous experience installing and commissioning 12V/24V electrical systems Knowledge of electrical wiring, fault finding and diagnostics Crimping, soldering, and using general electrical assembly tools  During the Interview, We May Ask You About: Your knowledge of lighting, battery, motor or PLC circuits Your experience in the automotive industry  Are you intrigued? Apply now! Lukas - (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)   Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to match top talent with the right...

Electrician - Short-Term Contract | Glasgow First People Solutions are currently recruiting experienced Electricians for short-term contract work on projects across Glasgow. £20-£25 per hour, depending on experience Short-term contracts, typically 1-2 weeks Electrical repair, maintenance and general works Immediate opportunities availableIf you're an experienced Electrician and available for short-term work, contact First People Solutions today to find out more. Equal Opportunities: First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age

Job Title: Maintenance Electrician Location: Glasgow Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 per annum Sector: Facilities Management / Public Sector Electrician We are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Electrician to join a Facilities Management team based at a single healthcare site in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a vital public sector environment, carrying out planned and reactive electrical maintenance to ensure healthcare facilities remain safe, compliant, and fully operational. Key Responsibilities Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive electrical repairs. Diagnose and rectify electrical faults across the site. Undertake electrical testing, inspection, and maintenance works. Ensure all work is completed in accordance with current regulations and health & safety requirements. Complete maintenance records and documentation accurately. Liaise professionally with site staff, healthcare personnel, and Facilities...

FPS are looking for an Electrician to do repair and installation work for a client in Glasgow. The successful candidate will need an 18th Edition and Driving licence. You will report ot he below address eaxch morning and then go to a series of jobs throughout day. George Leslie 97 Portman St. Kinning Park G41 1EJ If you are interested or know anyone who is, please call in and ask for Danny or email me on the below. Email - Equal Opportunities: First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age

Solar Roofer - CIS Outside IR35 Working as part of team of 2 £18 - £20 p hour Edinburgh Are you a roofer with experience on Solar? Are you looking to contract for a stable company where you can increase earnings with additional installation bonuses? If successful you will be joining a Solar business operating across the UK. After winning an installation contract with one of the big 6 they are looking for multiple location-based teams for long term work opportunities. Your role within the company will involve installation of installation of domestic solar panels alongside an Electrician. You will be targeted at 1 installation per day with a £100 bonus on additional installs. To be considered you will need your CSCS card and have experience installing solar. You will be confident working at heights as well as in a team of 2. The Role * Domestic Solar Installation * Working in a team of 2 - 1 Electrician and 1 Roofer * 1 install per day with bonus for additional...

Senior Authorised Person – Data Centre Project (Frankfurt, Germany) €95,000 – €110,000 + Rotation + Accommodation + Travel + €32,000 Net Living Allowance Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent Location: Frankfurt, Germany An experienced Authorised Person (Electrical) is required to join a major data centre project in Frankfurt, Germany. This is a critical site-based role, responsible for the safe operation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems (LV/MV) across the site. You will work closely with Senior Authorised Persons, Energy Marshalls, and the Commissioning team to enforce electrical safety procedures, manage permits, and support energisation activities. This is a hands-on role for qualified electricians or electrical engineers with strong high-voltage and medium-voltage experience. The position offers exposure to technically complex, mission-critical data centre infrastructure and a collaborative, safety-driven work environment. Key Responsibilities * Enforce...

Solar Roofer - CIS Outside IR35 Working as part of team of 2 £18 - £20 p hour Glasgow Are you a roofer with experience on Solar? Are you looking to contract for a stable company where you can increase earnings with additional installation bonuses? If successful you will be joining a Solar business operating across the UK. After winning an installation contract with one of the big 6 they are looking for multiple location-based teams for long term work opportunities. Your role within the company will involve installation of installation of domestic solar panels alongside an Electrician. You will be targeted at 1 installation per day with a £100 bonus on additional installs. To be considered you will need your CSCS card and have experience installing solar. You will be confident working at heights as well as in a team of 2. The Role * Domestic Solar Installation * Working in a team of 2 - 1 Electrician and 1 Roofer * 1 install per day with bonus for additional...

Labourer – Utility Scale Solar PV Location: Fife Salary: £13-£16 Per Hour Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary / Contract About the Role We are recruiting for hardworking and reliable Labourers to join a leading renewable energy contractor working on large-scale utility Solar PV projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within the rapidly growing renewable energy sector while supporting the construction and installation of utility-scale solar farms. Key Responsibilities * Assist with the installation of utility-scale Solar PV systems. * Load, unload and distribute materials safely across site. * Support electricians, installers and site teams with day-to-day activities. * Prepare work areas and maintain a clean, organised and safe site. * Assist with cable installation, trenching and general groundworks where required. * Assemble mounting systems and support structures under supervision. * Operate hand...

Electrical Supervisor – BESS Project Location: Fife, FK10 Start Date: September 2026 – ongoing contract Working Hours: 10 hours paid per day Payment: CIS Available I’m currently recruiting for 2 experienced Electrical Supervisors to join our client’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Fife. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Electrical Supervisors with a background in BESS, substations, HV/LV, renewable energy or major power infrastructure projects. The Role As an Electrical Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising electrical installation activities on site, coordinating electrical subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications and programme requirements. Key Responsibilities * Supervise electrical installation activities and site teams. * Coordinate electrical subcontractors and site personnel. * Ensure electrical works are completed safely, on programme and to...

Electrical Site Manager – BESS Project Location: FK10 4AT Project: Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Start Date: September - ongoing long term contract Working Hours: 10 hours paid per day Payment: CIS available We are currently looking for an experienced Electrical Site Manager to join a major Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in the FK10 4AT area. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical construction professional with a background in BESS, substations, HV/LV electrical installation, renewable energy or major power infrastructure projects. The Role As Electrical Site Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient delivery of electrical works on site, ensuring activities are completed to the required programme, quality, safety and technical standards. You will coordinate electrical subcontractors and site teams while working closely with the Project Manager, engineers, client representatives and other trades to...

Matchtech are supporting a key client in down town Calgary for the recruitment of a Staff Electrical Designer to join their growing team in the Oil, Gas & Chemical (OGC) Global Practice. The requision is a contract position for 6 months initially offering hybrid working (3 days a week onsite). This position offers the opportunity to exercise your design skills, plan and produce 2D/3D drawings, and showcase your leadership talents through coordination, communication, and execution of projects. The Staff Electrical Designer will work on a diverse portfolio of projects with various clients in the Oil, Gas & Chemical industries to perform the following duties: Lead the design of grounding, duct bank, cable tray, area classification, and lighting systems from concept to completion. Plan and produce a comprehensive range of electrical deliverables, including plan drawings, installation details, and section elevations. Perform calculations for lighting, conduit, cable tray, and...

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to work on some of the UK's most complex infrastructure projects? We're looking for an Lead Electrical Engineer to join a growing multidisciplinary engineering team, delivering innovative electrical design solutions across major industrial and infrastructure programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a technically challenging role where you'll lead design activities, mentor engineers and collaborate with clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions from concept through to construction. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and enjoy solving complex technical challenges within a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As a Lead Electircal Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering electrical engineering designs across a range of multidisciplinary projects. Working closely with project managers, engineers and clients, you'll provide technical leadership while ensuring...

Contract Electrical Engineer Location: Hertfordshire / Cambridge Boards Contract: Contractor 4-6 months We're recruiting for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a leading engineering team on a contract basis, supporting the design and development of innovative industrial and science equipment. The Role You'll be responsible for delivering electrical designs for new product development, ensuring compliance with UK, EU and US electrical safety standards, and supporting testing, commissioning and product build activities. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll contribute to the development of complex mechatronic systems from concept through to delivery. Key Responsibilities * Design AC/DC power distribution and machine control systems. * Develop and test electrical designs and machinery safety circuits. * Produce and maintain electrical documentation and Bills of Materials. * Ensure compliance with relevant electrical safety, EMC and machinery...

Principal RF Engineer (Contract) - 1755 Location: Edinburgh (c.90% onsite) Contract: 12 months Rate: Up to £78.06/hr (Umbrella) We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. About the role An experienced RF Engineer is required to support the development of advanced RF and microwave subsystems for next-generation, safety-critical defence technology. You'll work across the full hardware lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through to integration, verification and production support, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams on cutting-edge RF solutions. What you'll do Design and develop RF/microwave subsystems, PCBs and modules. Support the full hardware lifecycle, from concept through to production. Carry out RF testing, integration and design verification. Produce manufacturing data packs, technical documentation and design reviews. Work...

IMMEDIATE START. Approx 6 plus week initally. Day rate negotiable. Equipment Provided by client. RC Framed hotel - new build. Overview We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Setting Out Engineer to join our dynamic construction team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for accurately translating design plans into precise on-site measurements, ensuring the construction aligns perfectly with project specifications. Your expertise will help drive the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects, contributing to the creation of safe, efficient, and high-quality structures. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects where your technical skills and enthusiasm will make a real impact. Duties Interpret engineering drawings, plans, and specifications to establish accurate setting out points on-site Use surveying equipment such as total stations, GPS systems, and levels to mark out positions for foundations, walls, and other...