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Electrician

Electrician (Water Industry Experience) – Birmingham & Surrounding Areas



Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 basic

Overtime: x1.5 after 40 hours – majority of electricians average +£10k per year in OT

Package: Door-to-door pay, digs covered, £25/day food allowance, van & fuel card

Hours: 40 hours per week (overtime available)



The Role



We are looking for experienced Electricians with proven background in the water industry to join a growing team working on clean and wastewater sites across the Midlands and wider UK.



This is a varied role covering MCC panel installation, fitting fans, flow switches, and temperature control switches, and delivering projects to WIMES specifications. Jobs are typically 1-4 weeks on site, with full travel, accommodation, and subsistence provided.



Key Responsibilities



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Install and fit MCC panels (own and third-party) on clean and wastewater sites



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Wire and fit associated equipment such as fans, flow switches, and temperature control switches



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Work from electrical drawings, site specifications, and WIMES standards



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Support site teams on installation, upgrades, and maintenance works



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Ensure safe working practices and compliance with water industry standards



Requirements



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Experience working on water industry projects (clean or wastewater)



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WIMES knowledge and ability to work from detailed electrical drawings



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Flexibility to travel – role involves working away with accommodation covered



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Positive attitude, good communication skills, and ability to work within site teams



Package & Benefits



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Basic Salary: £35k - £40k



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Overtime: Paid x1.5 over 40 hours – typical earnings an extra £10k/year



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Travel: Paid door-to-door – from digs to site and back



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Expenses: All digs provided + £25/day food allowance



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Vehicle: Fully funded van and fuel card provided



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Early finish on Fridays where possible

Electrician

Birmingham, UK
Full time

Published on 09/13/2025

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