Approved Electrician
| Posting date: | 15 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27 to £28 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 May 2026 |
| Location: | Surbiton, London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Robert Hurst Group Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | DDRHL |
Summary
An Approved Electrician is expected to work independently, supervise others, and install electrical systems to a high standard in line with BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
Metal Containment Work (Tray & Basket)
Cable Tray Installation
Installing galvanised steel tray systems for supporting large cable runs
Measuring, cutting, bending, and assembling tray sections
Installing brackets, supports, and threaded rod systems
Ensuring correct spacing, load capacity, and structural integrity
Cable Basket Installation
Installing wire mesh (basket) containment mainly for data/lighting circuits
Cutting and forming basket bends, tees, and risers
Fixing to ceilings, walls, or raised floors
Maintaining neat cable routing and segregation (e.g., power vs data)
Trunking & Conduit
Installing metal trunking systems (surface or flush)
Bending, threading, and installing steel conduit
Pulling cables through containment safely
Ensuring compliance with earthing and bonding requirements
Additional Responsibilities
Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
Marking out routes for containment systems
Working at height (ladders, towers, MEWPs)
Supervising improvers/mates/apprentices
Testing and inspection (if qualified)
Maintaining site safety in line with Health and Safety Executive guidelines
Skills & Requirements
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification
ECS Gold Card (Approved Electrician status)
Strong experience with containment systems (tray, basket, trunking)
Ability to work from drawings without supervision
Good practical skills (cutting, bending, measuring accurately)
Metal Containment Work (Tray & Basket)
Cable Tray Installation
Installing galvanised steel tray systems for supporting large cable runs
Measuring, cutting, bending, and assembling tray sections
Installing brackets, supports, and threaded rod systems
Ensuring correct spacing, load capacity, and structural integrity
Cable Basket Installation
Installing wire mesh (basket) containment mainly for data/lighting circuits
Cutting and forming basket bends, tees, and risers
Fixing to ceilings, walls, or raised floors
Maintaining neat cable routing and segregation (e.g., power vs data)
Trunking & Conduit
Installing metal trunking systems (surface or flush)
Bending, threading, and installing steel conduit
Pulling cables through containment safely
Ensuring compliance with earthing and bonding requirements
Additional Responsibilities
Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
Marking out routes for containment systems
Working at height (ladders, towers, MEWPs)
Supervising improvers/mates/apprentices
Testing and inspection (if qualified)
Maintaining site safety in line with Health and Safety Executive guidelines
Skills & Requirements
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification
ECS Gold Card (Approved Electrician status)
Strong experience with containment systems (tray, basket, trunking)
Ability to work from drawings without supervision
Good practical skills (cutting, bending, measuring accurately)