1st of all let me point out I am a recruiter but I'm not here in a commercial capacity.
I've recently started dipping my toes in the electrical market but have just realised how much there is to learn in terms of different types of sparks. different industries and different qualifications...
The STA and Renewable UK have a survey out on potential job losses in the industry.
If you have not already done so, please complete this by 27th November. 130 businesses have already contributed (and its not pretty).
Thanks in anticipation of your help.
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/G2ZXTQG
Hi all,
I would like to get some input from experienced Electricians as to where they think the future of the Industry lies, in terms of scale of work and profitability.
I am just starting out, I do not have any qualifications (industry related) apart from my CSCS, I have my own hand tools, I...
Hello Gents
Once again I’m looking for your expertise to resolve the following application.
A local supply Authority has supplied a single phase 8Kw TN-C-S supply via a cut out, to which we have to terminate a 35mm2 3 core SWA cable to be buried underground. The cable cannot be easily...
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I hope someone can answer this
im an electrician at the moment doing domestic and commercial properties, i now want to also train as an auto electrician, but i cant seem to find a course in or around Birmingham that is just auto electrics.
does anyone know of any? and also what is the...
Hi to all,
I am new to this forum and thinking of signing up to do the 2365 course at a training provider part time. This is something I have wanted to do for a long time and will now be able to attend the course in the evening as my previous jobs have not allowed my to do this.
Anyway my...
Hi guys, firstly apologies if this post is in the wrong place or upsets anyone.
I am 27yrs old and have made the decision to retrain as an electrician, a decision which I have not took lightly and researched.
I have enrolled at college and am taking electrical installation level 2, two...
Hi,
Just thought id let you know I have just booked to upgrade my NICEIC membership to Approved :-)
I can remove those god awful DI signs off my van then!
I just completed my L-3 Diploma in electrical installation,and qualified with 17th edition and PAT.I am looking for Job as Electrician's mate.But I don't know where and how to start. Can anybody help me?
Need a good rant.
Got a new apprentice started with us and he shows little or no interest in the job, has his hands in his pockets all day or on mobile phone, sleeps through dinner, and only does anything after being asked (never proactive in finding tasks).
The last one we had was just as bad...
Dear All
First off, thank you for taking the time to look at my post.
I would like some advice, my father is a fully qualified domestic electrician with over 30 years experience and he is willing to take me on as an apprentice, on the condition that I can secure funding for the college...
Hi Chaps
Would like to try better my knowledge on the design side of the commercial electrical environment.
Installation side of things are fine have experience of this.
Could anyone please recommend any courses/ further advice that may be beneficial for me.
Bearing in mind it's been about 9...
Hi,
I'm seeking some advice on getting a real start within the electrical installation trade;
I previously worked in the bar industry doing management, not knowing what I wanted to do for a career; a year and a half ago I packed that in and started labouring to get into trade work and attending...
Hi All,
Apologies if thais topic has been covered elsewhere, which i'm sure it has but I am still unclear of the facts.
I am a 31 year old who was forced to make a career change (after redundancy) into the electrical industry and would like some advice.
I was conned into taking one of the quick...
Am I right in thinking having c & g level 2 & 3 and 17th is deemed sufficient to be classed as competent and you can work self employed?
It's such a confusing industry!
Cheshire businesswoman Diane Johnson enjoyed a standing ovation from senior electrical industry representatives as she won outstanding contribution to the electrical industry at the prestigious Electrical Times Awards ceremony held in London on 24 October, 2013.
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Hi Guy and Girls, I'm currently working for a large installation company who have a tight grip on the Solar PV industry. I am recruiting for individuals or teams with solar installation experience. The work is on an and on-going basis around London and the South East.You must have a UTR number...
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