electrician

  1. R

    I Need Work Anyone taking on in Liverpool

    I’m currently looking to move away from my employer. I’ve just completed my NVQ in Fire and Security. I also have my 2365 Level 2 and 3. Own tools and Full Clean Driving License. CV is available upon request.
  2. B

    2-3 years to be a qualified Electrician?

    I've seen you can qualify as an electrician in around 2-3 years. But my local college says I have to do 2x level 2 city and guilds, plus a level 3 then an NVQ. So wouldn't that be around 4 years? I feel like I am wasting my time doing a foundation level 2 in electrical installation, is there...
  3. S

    Complaint and compensation regarding registered electrician and notified work

    Hi Did a call out yesterday afternoon. Isolated a section of the downstairs ring circuit in the new extension that had a L-E fault. Bit mysterious however the homeowner then began mentioning rats. Went next door and the neighbour showed us where he had blocked up some rat burrows right...
  4. M

    I Need Work Seeking electrical experience in Birmingham willing to be ripped off!

    Hi, my name is Manjot and I am a hardworking 21 year old who's training to become an electrician. I have almost finished my Level 2 C&G. I live in smethwick and would like any sort of practical electrical experience. I have a part time job which supports my lifesyle so I won't require high wages...
  5. A

    I Need Work Looking for apprenticeship opportunity around Liverpool area.

    I have completed level 3 C&G electrical installation course and I'm looking for an apprenticeship opportunity, or if anyone knows of any companies currently seeking an apprentice around Liverpool area.
  6. S

    Joining the niceic as a newly qualified electrician.

    Hi all Just qualified last Monday and I have completed both initial and periodic test and inspection courses. What is the process for joining the niceic if you have never been part of a part p scheme before, as I have only ever worked for companies who signed off all works, I have never signed...
  7. Martyn Fletcher

    I Need Work Experienced Electrician in East Essex

    I have been sparking on and off since 1980 and run a self employed business which has employed up to 8 people. Since the pandemic I have drawn down the business to just myself so I am looking to build relationships with anyone in the CO postcodes who can use my services. NAPIT registered...
  8. H

    Electrician Jobs Electrician Required

    Good morning, We are a small electrical company based in Bradford/Leeds and we are looking for any electricians or anyone who has some electrical experience. This would be on a self employed basis and could vary as and when they would be needed so would need to be flexible. We are part of the...
  9. J

    Scottish Electrician Advice

    Hello, I'm currently in Scotland and I am looking to retrain to be an Electrician. I was looking at going down to England and sitting my C&G 3 diploma (2365), Inspection and testing (2391-52), and 18th edition ( 2382-18). Once I have these what work I am actually allowed to carry out and...
  10. DMElec.1

    Reported content: Post in thread 'Labour rates (Domestic electrician)?'

    Post in thread 'Labour rates (Domestic electrician)?' by Forty_Two has been reported by DMElec.1. Reason given: Content being reported:
  11. J

    Who Can Work as an Electrician?

    Hello! I am looking into avenues into entering the trade, but I feel like all the information I can find online is incredibly convoluted and complicated in regards to who and how to be a 'Qualified Electrician'. For instance, were I to complete the C&G 2365 NVQ level 3 Diploma/Am2 could I...
  12. J

    New Consumer Unit - Electrician issued an EICR not EIC?

    Hi, new member here! Thanks for any advice in advance. This week I got a new consumer unit installed. The electrician has just sent me through an EICR certificate. From what I had read I was under the impression that I needed an EIC form rather than an EICR. Is this the case? Is an EICR form...
  13. Dannybruff

    Devaluation of the Electrician

    2005 approved spark 10.84 ph- 390.24 pw 2023 approved spark 17.20 ph - 619.20 pw 2005 min wage 5.05 ph - 181.80 pw 2023 min wage 10.42 ph - 375.12 pw 2005 Min wage 46% percentage of sparks wage 2023 Min wage 60% percentage of sparks wage 60% Correction factor using 2005 minimum wage...
  14. D

    UK Electrician Seeking Employment from South Africa

    Hi Guys I would to find out a thing or two, i am an unqualified Electrician with 6years experience based in South Africa, Zimbabwean by Citizenship. Currently i am studying towards my Single Phase Wireman's Licence , i am considering relocating to the UK/Europe to seek employment opportunities...
  15. R

    Greetings and felicitations from a semi-retired electrician.

    At 69 thought I would call it a day (did the same at 65 but spicing cables was preferable to cutting grass, hedges etc.) Now another year on I keep getting calls from old (as in ex not archaic) customers. Having left the NICEIC some time ago I have to be selective in what I undertake but it...
  16. J

    Western Australia licenced Electrician moving to the UK.

    Hey all, I searched for other threads of this but the threads seem to be a few years old. I'm a 36 year old Electrician from WA with 18 years experience within the large commercial, industrial and mining industry, I've also been a supervisor at times. The Wife and I are discussing the...
  17. M

    I Need Work Transitioning from the Military to Electrical work

    I'm in the process of leaving the MOD after 8 years into something completely new! I'm Nottingham based and have completed Level 2365, awaiting the results of the 2365 Level 3, have my 18th Edition and have enrolled myself on the Level 3 NVQ. I'm looking for a full time job, have my own...
  18. K

    I Need Work Experienced electrician - SW London

    Hi All, I am a fairly experienced electrician in both installation and maintenance in both domestic and commercial environments (5 years). I am looking for a new role as an electrician's mate as I lack some core skills which keep holding me back from progressing. I'm looking for a company that...
  19. J

    I Need Work Looking for advice on different electrical roles.

    Hi, I’m currently working as an electrical maintenance technician for the RAF. Although the apprenticeship scheme was top class, working life post apprenticeship hasn’t been what I’d hope for in terms of work load. Some weeks you can go a full week without doing any trade specific work...
  20. davmoly

    No response from electrician for a month - what to do?

    Hi, looking for advice from trade, as a customer. Electrician (MCS certified) has come 2nd December and wired in two home batteries and inverter (supplied by me) but currently the final connections are left off as it needs G99 approval before switch on. He said should be approved and done before...
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