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About the role

Electricians - Register Your Interest for Future Opportunities at Sellafield

Are you an experienced Electrician looking for your next opportunity on one of the UK's most important infrastructure and nuclear projects?

At Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick, we're continually building our talent pipeline for future electrical installation and maintenance opportunities at Sellafield. By registering your interest, you'll be among the first to hear about upcoming roles

What you'll be doing

As part of our electrical team, future opportunities may involve:

• Installation and commissioning of industrial electrical systems


• Power distribution, containment, lighting, earthing and control wiring installations


• Working on LV and ELV systems, temporary electrical supplies, and MEP infrastructure


• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics and cable schedules


• Electrical testing and inspection in line with BS 7671 regulations


• Working collaboratively with engineers, supervisors and other trades


• Maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance


• Supporting apprentices and junior electricians through mentoring and knowledge sharing

Who we're looking for

• ECS / CSCS card - relevant to role. Minimum


• CCNSG Safety Passport, IOSH Working Safely, Managing Safely, NEBOSH or CITB Site Safety Plus, Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme, Site Managers Safety Training Scheme - one of Minimum


• Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship (or NVQ Level 3 equivalent).


• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).


• Experience in industrial or infrastructure electrical installations (preferably nuclear, oil & gas, utilities, or heavy industrial environments).


• Understanding of MEP systems in large infrastructure projects.


• Ability to work in a highly regulated environment with strict procedural compliance.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
• Currently a 4-day week (Mon - Thursday)
• Overtime available
• Maternity leave in line with working rule agreement
• Nature on your doorstep - Coast, countryside and the Lake District National Park, with 33 iconic Wainwright walks right here in West Cumbria.
• Transport Routes- Infrastructure supporting, rail & road transport links, accessible via A66 & M6.
• Build a rewarding career within a long-term programme of works, supporting Nuclear Decommissioning.

About us

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.

We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK's national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com.