Industrial Electrician

Company: KineticPlc
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Location: Sunderland
Job Description:

My client is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Industrial Electrician to join a growing team working across industrial and commercial environments. This role is ideally suited to qualified electricians with a strong background in industrial installations, maintenance, and fault finding, rather than domestic work. This placement will be between 6 to 12 months.

Package

  • Standard rate is £17.98 per hour
  • Overtime rate at £26.97 per hour
  • Monday to Thursday 08:00 until 16:30
  • Friday 08:00 until 13:00
  • 25 days holiday increasing year on year

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work within industrial settings
  • Diagnose and fault‑find on complex electrical systems and equipment
  • Work on control panels, machinery, and industrial distribution systems
  • Ensure all work is completed in line with relevant regulations and safety standards
  • Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
  • Work collaboratively with engineers, site teams, and supervisor

Requirements

  • Fully qualified electrician (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in industrial environments (essential)
  • Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
  • Experience with control systems, motors, and industrial equipment
  • Knowledge of current electrical regulations (e.g. BS 7671 / 18th Edition)
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Desirable

  • Experience working on manufacturing, plant, or heavy industrial sites
  • Inspection & Testing (2391 or equivalent)
  • Experience with PLCs or automation systems

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Posted: June 1st, 2026