Electricians fit, service and repair electrical equipment, circuits, machinery and wiring.
Careers
Installation Electrician
Services and repairs electrical and installs power systems, lighting, fire protection, security and data networks in buildings
Maintenance Electrician
Checks electrical systems making sure they’re working correctly and safely
Electrotechnical Panel Builder
Makes and installs control panels that operate electrical systems in buildings, like heating or alarms.
Machine Repair and Rewind Electrician
Repair and maintain electrical motors and transformers found in industrial equipment.
Highways Systems Electrician
Install and maintain street lighting and traffic management systems.
As a qualified electrician, your learning and development will not stop with the completion of your diploma, apprenticeship or NVQ!
As your career progresses and you continue to build on knowledge and valuable experience, you may wish to undertake additional courses aimed at ‘continued professional development’ such as regular updates to the wiring regulations, inspection and testing or electric vehicle charging.
With experience, you could move into design engineering, site or project management, consultancy work or training. You could also set up your own business.