Electrical Installation Engineer

Salary & Benefits: £48,179.20 / (OTE up to £65,000 with paid travel time!) / Pension / Comprehensive Training / Company Vehicle + Fuel Card / Generous Holiday Entitlement

Who are Guardian Electrical Compliance?

Guardian Electrical Compliance Ltd is the UK’s leading specialist in electrical safety, focusing on the inspection and testing of fixed electrical installations. Established in 2010, the company supports duty holders with both technical expertise and legislative guidance to ensure continuous compliance with legal safety requirements. With a team of over 300 employees, Guardian provides nationwide coverage and currently services a diverse client base of more than 3,500 organisations.

The Directors and Senior Management team at Guardian are all qualified Electrical Engineers, with a track record of delivering electrical compliance programmes since the introduction of the Electricity at Work Regulations in 1989. Together, they bring over 200 years of combined experience, having developed and implemented tailored compliance solutions for a wide range of blue-chip organisations.

What Does Guardian Electrical Compliance Do?

Guardian delivers comprehensive fixed wiring inspection and testing services across the UK. Our clients include a wide range of blue-chip companies and public sector bodies. Drawing on extensive experience across multiple sectors – including education, manufacturing, and industrial production – Guardian ensures safe, reliable electrical compliance in even the most complex environments.

Why Join Guardian Electrical Compliance?

Make a Real Impact: Play a key role in enhancing electrical safety across diverse commercial and industrial environments. Your work will help ensure safe, compliant workplaces, protecting both people and property.

Collaborative Team: Join a team of passionate experts who are dedicated to setting the standard in electrical compliance. At Guardian, we value teamwork, innovation, and the power of collective expertise.

Ongoing Training: From day one, we provide you with the tools, knowledge, and training you need to excel. And it doesn’t stop there—your development will continue throughout your career with us.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with industry-leading, bespoke software that we’ve designed to make your job easier and more efficient, enhancing both your experience and that of our clients.

Work with Industry Leaders: Provide your services to globally recognised brands and some of the most well-known names in the business. You’ll be at the forefront, helping market leaders maintain the highest standards of electrical safety.

The Role

Guardian Electrical Compliance is looking for a Installation Electrician to join our team on a permanent basis. In this role, you'll be responsible for identifying, diagnosing, and fixing electrical faults across a range of systems. We're seeking someone with sharp troubleshooting skills and a hands-on, proactive mindset—committed to always maintaining top safety standards and system performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) across a wide range of commercial, industrial, and critical infrastructure sites, ensuring all work complies with current BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and company standards.

• Work safely in live operational environments, including 24/7 facilities, minimising disruption to client operations while maintaining the highest standards of health and safety.

• Carry out electrical installation works, including the installation, testing, inspection, and commissioning of SPDs on low-voltage electrical distribution systems.

• Assess electrical installations to determine the most appropriate surge protection solution, identifying any associated defects or recommendations where required.

• Order and manage materials required for each installation, ensuring jobs are completed efficiently and cost-effectively.

• Coordinate with Operations to ensure installations are completed in line with customer requirements, project schedules, and company service level agreements.

• Maintain accurate documentation, including installation certificates, test results, photographic evidence, and electronic job records, submitting all paperwork within agreed timescales.

• Deliver exceptional customer service, communicating professionally with site contacts and representing the business positively at all times.

• Work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility to travel nationwide and, where required, work occasional evenings or weekends to meet customer requirements.

• Use company IT systems to record completed works, update job progress, and produce clear and accurate installation reports. Full training will be provided on company software and processes.

Qualifications Required:

• Recognised time-served electrical apprenticeship in Contracting, Maintenance, or Mining, with the relevant qualification. (Essential)

Additional Job Details:

• Position Type: Permanent, Full Time

• Salary Bracket: £48,179.20 (With travel pay included, total annual earnings range from £55k to £65k)

• Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

• Annual Leave: 22 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Guardian Electrical Compliance Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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