Maintenance Electrician


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£23 - £24
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Edinburgh, EH2 3AH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	21 Jul 2026
Closing date:	11 Aug 2026

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Summary

Your new company

You will be joining an established team of trade professionals on a large commercial estate in Edinburgh. Due to an increase in workload over the summer months, they are looking to add an electrician with maintenance experience to their team.

Your new role

Your duties may include:

Carry out electrical inspection, testing, repairs, and maintenance work across a variety of commercial properties, including office blocks, leisure facilities and multi-use accommodation.

Emergency light testing, rewires and general reactive and planned maintenance in line with the job specifications.

You may be working alongside other trades dependent on the project requirements,

This will involve working alongside members of the public; therefore, a professional & courteous attitude is always required.

Working mobile across various buildings, and always driving the work vehicle safely.

What you'll need to succeed

You will need to be a time-served electrician and be able to provide a valid ECS Gold card graded to electrician or above. Ideally, you will have experience working within a maintenance environment, although those with additional experience within the trade will be considered. Due to the mobile nature of the role, you will need a full UK driving licence with minimal points and/or endorsements.

What you'll get in return

You will be offered an immediate start with a highly recognisable company in the Edinburgh area. You will be paid weekly PAYE and receive the option of paid annual leave to be built up.You will receive regular updates from your Hays consultant, answering any questions promptly.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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