# Electrician

> Primech Building Services · Gillingham, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-03-19

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Projects

## Description

**About the job**

Primech Building Services is seeking a skilled and motivated **Electrical Engineer** to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for and implementing electrical systems for a variety of projects across commercial, and industrial sectors. Your expertise will play a vital role in ensuring that all electrical projects are safe, efficient, and compliant with relevant regulations.

**Key Responsibilities:**

-   Collaborate with project managers, other engineering disciplines, and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives.
-   Perform site visits and inspections to assess project requirements and compliance.
-   Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in electrical engineering and recommend improvements.

## Requirements

**Essential Qualifications & Experience**

-   Strong understanding of electrical systems and design principles.
-   Flexibility to work out of hours (OOH) when project requirements demand
-   ECS Gold card holder is a must
-   Testing experience (2391 preferred but not essential)
-   Troubleshooting & fault finding experience
-   Experience of maintaining electrical equipment (routine maintenance)
-   A good understanding of 3 Phase and Single Phase pumps and motors 
-   A good understanding of commercial and domestic heating control wiring
-   BMS experience (preferred but not essential)
-   Experience in the Installation of containment systems (tray, basket, ladder and metal conduit) 
-   Extensive knowledge of the BS 7671 wiring regulations.
-   Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with project teams.
-   Full UK driver's license as site visits may be required.

**Desirable (But Not Essential)**

-   First Aid certification
-   Experience in a lead Electrican role

## Benefits

**Working Hours & Contract  
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-   Project-based hours
-   Typical shifts may include **07:30 – 16:30** or **16:00 - 01:00** depending on project needs
-   Average project duration: **6 months**
-   ASAP start preferred  
      
    

**Pay & Benefits  
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-   **Competitive pay + Time and a half for OOH (Anything past 17:00)**
-   Opportunity for 4x12 hour shifts
-   Daily stay away bonus
-   Company pension
-   Company van and fuel card
-   21 Days Holiday
-   Flexible working arrangements where possible
-   Ongoing Health & Safety training provided (e.g. Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, First Aid)  
      
      
    

**Career Progression  
  
**This role offers clear progression opportunities, including:

-   Lead Electrician role managing a gang of Electricians
-   Supervisory positions for those who aspire to leadership roles  
      
      
    

**Additional Information**

-   Travel outside the South East may be required
-   Willingness to stay away overnight when necessary

## Apply

[Apply at Primech Building Services](https://apply.workable.com/primech-building-services/j/8D00A8AC21/apply)

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