Lead Electrician

FindCoreCardiffreedpublished 09/23/2026
Must-have:Lead

Join an established building services company as a Lead Electrician where you'll lead a dedicated team while advancing your electrical expertise.

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established building services and facilities management business with the recruitment of a Lead Electrician .

Permanent, full-time position based in Cardiff , with regular travel to client sites as required.

Salary

Negotiable, depending on experience + additional benefits + company vehicle & fuel card

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead a two-person electrical team across planned and reactive maintenance works
  • Carry out electrical fault finding, repairs and general maintenance
  • Complete electrical testing, inspection and certification
  • Undertake remedial works and minor electrical installations
  • Diagnose faults and ensure issues are resolved efficiently
  • Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations and health & safety requirements
  • Complete relevant job sheets, test certificates and maintenance documentation
  • Liaise professionally with site teams and client representatives
  • Maintain a high standard of workmanship and customer service

Skills & Experience

  • Qualified Electrician with strong maintenance and fault-finding experience
  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • Testing & Inspection qualification such as 2391 or equivalent required
  • Previous service, maintenance or facilities management experience would be advantageous
  • Comfortable taking the lead within a small electrical team
  • ECS or CSCS card
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

What's on Offer

  • Permanent, full-time position
  • Company vehicle and fuel card
  • Uniform and specified tools provided
  • Overtime and on-call allowances where applicable
  • Company pension scheme
  • 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Additional Christmas shutdown leave
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Please apply.