Electrician - Training CompEx

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

We are on the lookout for competent electrical engineers for our HAI / ATEX division. We are willing to train approved electricians in CompEx 1-4, offering full certification in working in hazardous areas.

As an already experienced Electrician, you will be able to demonstrate a wide range of knowledge and a desire to go the extra mile, ensuring the ability to answer our client's needs. You will enjoy speaking to clients in person and taking the initiative to get tasks done.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking for an employer that promotes the advancement of their engineers careers. A business that will give you all the training required to be able to fulfill your tasks.

Come and talk to us about what we could do together.

The Role

This is a field-based role. Company van and fuel card provided.

Contracted to 40hrs per week Monday to Friday. Paid hourly, with overtime paid and travel time paid door to door.

• Primary duties will include:
• Project installation
• ATEX inspections
• ATEX report creation
• Fault diagnosis and rectification.

Who we are

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Requirements

Essential

• ECS card
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Full UK driving licence
• Good client engagement and communication skills
• Fit for work medical.

Desirable

• CompEx EX01 – 04
• City & Gilds 2391 or 2394/5 Inspection & Testing qualified
• EUSR
• PASMA / IPAF / Confined Space
• Industrial and/or panel wiring experience.
• Experience within water, construction, or industrial industries

Benefits

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and wellbeing. We are a family run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Company van
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 4.5% company contribution
• Purchase an additional 3 days leave per year
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes.

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles; Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal opportunities employee and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.