Electrician

Pertemps are delighted to be working with our public sector client to recruit an Approved Electrician for street lighting on a temporary ongoing basis.

Role: Electrician Street Lighting
Location: Edinburgh West
Hours: Monday to Friday (36 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £17.72 – £20.83 per hour
Duration: Temporary ongoing
Start Date: ASAP

This role requires at least a Category B drivers’ licence – C1 desirable

Are you an experienced Approved Electrician looking for a hands-on, outdoor role within a busy public sector team?

Pertemps are supporting our client in the recruitment of an Approved Electrician to join their Street Lighting & Signage service. This is a great opportunity to take on a key role maintaining essential lighting infrastructure across the city.

About the Role
Working within the Roads Maintenance service, you will support the safe, efficient and high-quality maintenance of the street lighting assets. Your work will help ensure the safety, reliability and functionality of lighting across local communities.
Typical duties will include:
• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing street lighting installations and equipment
• Fault finding, testing, installation and commissioning to industry standards
• Working at height using Mobile Elevated Working Platforms
• Planning and prioritising workloads, identifying failures and taking preventative action
• Ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation and wiring regulations
• Using mobile IT devices for job management and reporting
• Communicating technical information clearly and professionally
• Delivering a customer-focused service
This role involves outdoor work in all weather conditions and regular travel across the city.

What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a motivated, safety-conscious professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality technical work.

Essential:
• Approved Electrician status
• 18th Edition Gold CSCS Card
• City & Guilds, SVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification
• Full UK Category B driving licence (C1 desirable)
• Experience using mobile IT devices for works management
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical information clearly
• Experience working in an organisation of similar scope and complexity
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations
• Ability to plan workloads and take proactive preventative action
• Ability to deliver customer-focused services

Desirable:
• IPAF certification
• 7.5 tonne licence (C1)
• Experience delivering large-scale public maintenance services
• Evidence of continuing professional development

What We Offer
• For candidates who are working well in this employment, scope for a permanent position.
A supportive, inclusive and professional working environment
• The opportunity to contribute to essential city-wide infrastructure
• A varied and rewarding role with real community impact
If you are an experienced Approved Electrician seeking a role where your technical skills make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply today via this advert to be considered.