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3 months ago
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Role: Lead Electrician / Installation Electrician

Locations: Various client sites across the UK

Salary: £46,750.00 - Overtime Available - Company Van Provided

Proactive Global are currently in search of multiple Lead Electricians / Installation Electricians to begin work for a market leading automated machinery manufacturing company based in Hinckley. This is an exciting opportunity offering ample opportunity for progression and career development.

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will be responsible for providing technical resource for the successful delivery of Electrical Installation Projects of varying size and complexity and in compliance with current legislation.

You will be responsible for complete electrical installation of company products and will involve visiting client sites across the UK.

Competencies, Qualifications and Experience

+5-years' experience of industrial electrical installations
NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installations or equivalent Electro-Technical
AM2
Gold Card Approved Electrician
Test and Inspection 2391Key QMS Procedure Responsibilities

Support the delivery of Site Installation Jobs through to successful completion (QS-P4)Specific Responsibilities

Site Installation (QS-P4)
Engage with Project Manager at 'Job-Handover' and resolve any queries to satisfaction
Highlight issues or potential issues affecting successful Job delivery to the Site SupervisorGeneral Responsibilities

Provide technical resource for site installations.
Deputise for the Project Engineer when necessary.
Deputise for other Lead Electricians in client meetings when necessary.
Attend and engage in scheduled meetings.
Report issues of non-compliance preventing the successful completion of projects and associated tasks.
Report and escalate any unresolved issues of non-compliance to the Managing Director.
Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety requirements promoting the 'Safety First' message.
Apply the principles of continuous improvement, promote and practice 5S philosophy and maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping within area of control.
Keep up to date with statutory and legislative requirements pertinent to the role and ensure compliance to professional standards.
Undertake specialist training as required.
Carry out any other duties that may be reasonably required.Key Relationships

Internal: Project Managers, Technical Manager and Site Supervisors
External: Client Representatives, Specialist SubcontractorsHow to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Jemal Tawfieg on (phone number removed) or

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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