Commercial Electrician - 3 Nights Away, Home Thursday Night

Typical earnings: around £4,400 per month based on a 50-hour week

Our client is looking for a fully qualified electrician to join their business in a permanent, full-time role.

This position focuses on commercial and industrial installation work across mainland UK. A large proportion of projects take place in automotive workshop environments, although the role is not limited to this sector. The work involves structured installation projects, working away during the week, and being part of a team that takes pride in delivering high standards.

Our client believes in being clear about expectations so applicants understand the role and working environment from the outset.

Working Pattern

Most weeks follow a consistent structure:

Travel Monday morning
Working away Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday night
Home Thursday nightThis means 3 nights away per week (not 4).

Between Monday and Thursday, you will typically work around 50 hours, providing strong earning potential while still allowing for a 3-day weekend.

Friday is generally a rest day. Occasionally, optional local work may be available.

Pay and Package

£18.50 per hour basic rate (JIB rate)
Higher starting rate available for electricians with 2391 / Approved Electrician status (typically from £20 per hour)
Overtime paid at 1.5x after 40 hours
Typical gross monthly earnings around £4,400 (based on 50 hours/week)
£20 per night away allowance
Accommodation arranged and paid (Airbnb style where possible, or hotel if required)
Company van provided
Holiday pay based on average earnings including overtimeProgression:
Pay reviews linked to performance, output, and reliability at:

30 days
3 months
6 months
Annually thereafterStrong performers can progress beyond starting rates quickly.

Travel and Accommodation

When working away:

Time is recorded from the company yard in Cottingham
Engineers clock on when leaving the yard Monday morning
Clock off/on when arriving/leaving accommodation
Clock off upon return to the yard at the end of the week

The Role

You will carry out commercial and industrial electrical installation work as part of the installation team.

Typical Duties:

Electrical installations linked to specialist equipment
Power supplies and connections
Containment and wiring
Working in live commercial environments requiring planning and organisation
Leading a junior electrician or mate on siteInitially, you will work alongside an experienced lead engineer to learn company processes before progressing to lead your own small team.

You will join an established installation division, working alongside multiple teams on projects across the UK.

How the Company Operates

Our client recognises common frustrations within the industry, particularly around poor organisation and lack of materials. They actively work to ensure projects are well-prepared so engineers can focus on installation work.

Support includes:

Materials organised in advance
Accounts with major wholesalers
Company credit card for site purchases
Work tablet for lead engineers
Digital job information and documentationHigh standards are expected, with strong operational support provided.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

Fully qualified electrician status
NVQ Level 3, AM2, and 18th Edition
Full UK driving licence
Minimum 1 year experience as a lead electrician on site
Experience supervising or leading a team
Commercial or industrial installation experience
Willingness to work away Monday-Thursday most weeks

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for electricians who:

Prefer installation work over domestic/reactive roles
Are confident leading on site
Are comfortable working away during the week
Want strong earning potential
Are looking for long-term career progression
Want to grow within a stable, expanding businessThe working environment is supportive rather than authoritarian, with an emphasis on pride in workmanship and proper project structure. If you are interested in the above role please send your cv to (url removed)