Approved Electrician

Location: Team Valley, Gateshead

Rate: £25.00 - £26.00 per hour (CIS)

Start Date: Monday 13th July 2026

Duration: 4 - 6 Weeks

Hours: 38 hours per week

Position Overview:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced, time-served Approved Electrician to carry out installation works on an industrial new build unit located in Team Valley, Gateshead.

This is a professional, clean contract running for approximately 4 to 6 weeks, offering a guaranteed 38-hour week. We require a reliable sub-contractor with strong industrial experience who can hit the ground running and work cleanly from schematic drawings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Containment & Management: High-spec installation of heavy-duty metal cable tray, ladder racking, basket, and conduit systems.

• Mains Distribution: Pulling, dressing, and terminating heavy-gauge armoured cables (SWA) into main distribution boards and three-phase panels.

• Power & High-Bay Lighting: Installing industrial busbar systems, three-phase power outlets, and high-level factory/warehouse lighting layouts.

• Compliance: Ensuring all containment and wiring works are executed safely and strictly adhere to current IET Wiring Regulations.

Candidate Requirements:

• ECS Gold Card: Must hold a valid JIB / ECS Gold Card demonstrating Approved Electrician status.

• IPAF Certification: Must hold a valid IPAF licence (Categories 3a & 3b essential for operating powered access machinery at height).

• Industrial Experience: Proven history of working safely on heavy industrial installations or commercial new build developments.

• Tax Status: Fully registered under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) with a valid UTR number.

• Tools & PPE: Must have a comprehensive personal toolkit, professional cordless power tools, and full standard site PPE.

What We Offer:

• A premium, competitive flat rate of £25.00 - £26.00 per hour paid via CIS.

• Clean, well-organised working conditions on a modern industrial new build site.

• Prompt, consistent weekly payroll processed every Friday without fail.

• Free on-site parking with excellent transport links in the Team Valley area.

How to Apply:

If you meet all the specified criteria and are available for the full duration of the project starting on 13/07/26, please submit your application through this portal.

Alternatively, to lock in your booking immediately, please contact Search Consultancy on 07909400720 for a confidential discussion.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age