Electrical Installation Engineer (Contract)

Posted 11/05/2026 by Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

Location:
Thetford, Norfolk
Salary/Rate:
£25 - £35/hour
Electrical Installation Engineer

Full-Time | Permanent | Thetford



About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Electrical Installation Engineer to join a growing engineering team, delivering high-quality electrical installations across a range of projects throughout the UK.

This is a hands-on position offering varied and technically interesting work in unique environments. It is well suited to someone who enjoys working on-site, solving problems, and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.



Key Responsibilities

  • Installation of electrical control panels and cabe management systems
  • Running, glanding, and terminating power, control, and data cabling
  • Working from electrical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate installation
  • Assisting with fault-finding and commissioning activities where required
  • Collaborating with engineers, internal teams, and on-site trades
  • Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and workmanship


Essential Requirements

  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in electrical installation and cable termination
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
  • Strong fault-finding skills
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Willingness to travel and work away during the week


Desirable Skills & Experience

  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • Experience with control systems or automation
  • IPAF, PASMA, or ECS card
  • Experience working in specialist or technically demanding environments


Travel & Working Away

This role involves regular travel across the UK.
You will typically work away during the week and return home towards the end of the week.

All accommodation and expenses are fully covered.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Regular overtime opportunities
  • Weekly tax-free living allowance
  • Fully covered accommodation and travel expenses
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Varied and interesting project work nationwide
  • Supportive, team-focused working environment
  • Clear opportunities for career progression
  • Company-provided equipment and benefits package


Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Type:
Contract
Start Date:
11/05/2026
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
46380a_1778493467
Job ID:
225090944
Applications:
Less than 10

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