Electrician

CV-LibraryColchester, EssextemporaryPosted: 9 July 2026
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Industrial Electrician

Colchester, Essex
£26.00 - £28.00 per Hour
Immediate Start – Week Commencing 20th July
6 Weeks Minimum – Potential for Ongoing Work
Up to 12-Hour Days Available

Anglian Recruitment are currently recruiting for 2 Industrial Electricians to join a specialist electrical engineering project based in Colchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Industrial Electricians with a strong background in machine wiring, control panels and industrial automation systems. The initial project is expected to run for approximately 6 weeks, with the potential for further work for the right individuals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Industrial electrical installation work

* Panel wiring and control panel modifications

* Machine wiring and equipment installation

* Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

* Installation and termination of control wiring

* Working with relays, contactors and PLC-controlled equipment

* Electrical testing, fault finding and commissioning support

* Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard

Requirements:

* ECS or JIB Gold Card preferred

* Previous experience as an Industrial Electrician

* Strong understanding of panel wiring and machine wiring

* Ability to read and work from electrical drawings and schematics

* Knowledge of relays, contactors and PLC-based control systems

* Industrial, manufacturing or automation experience preferred

* Full UK Driving Licence advantageous

What's On Offer:

* £26.00 - £28.00 per hour

* Up to 12-hour days available

* Overtime opportunities

* Potential digs allowance for candidates working away from home

* Minimum 6-week contract with the opportunity for ongoing work

* Immediate start available from the week commencing 20th July

This role would suit an experienced Industrial Electrician looking for a well-paid contract with long working hours available and the opportunity to work on specialist industrial and automation equipment.

To apply, please contact Emma at Anglian Recruitment today

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