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  1. C

    Electrician work abroad

    Hi, Just wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction. I am a fully qualified Electrician and have been for some time, I am looking to go work abroad so I can earn a decent wage (my current wage is very poor) ... I have trawled the net and there are endless amounts of...
  2. C

    Neutral/ Earth fault ??

    Just got back from a "minor " job !! here in spain,the client has one socket that will trip the house no matter what is plugged into it,it is "spider " wired as is the norm here,so course there are other sockets AND other circuits joined to it ,megger tested the cables CLEAR ! tested the socket...
  3. UKMeterman

    USA In service inspection and testing of equipment and portable appliance testing

    Hi, I am looking for guidance on the requirement to do portable appliance testing in the USA, in particular the type of equipment you would find in a construction hire shop. Any links to guidance notes and so on would be appreciated. Thanks
  4. S

    Jobs in Malaysia??

    I'm looking for electrical work in Malaysia, preferably Kuala Lumpur where my girlfriend is about to start work as a teacher. Does anyone know where to look? I can't seem to find many options for Electrical Installation. There are jobs available for multi-skilled, mechanical and also...
  5. R

    jobs aboard

    Hi this is my first post on this forum, how's everyone doing. I'm thinking of working aboard this year and would like some info on any known agency which deals with overseas jobs. If Any one could assist me that would be great. Thanks
  6. L

    Aberdeen or Norway?

    Hi Guys, Is there much difference in working as an electrician in the Norwegian sector, as opposed to the UK? I'm an Irish electrician & thinking of having a go at getting offshore. I'm prepared to put in a year or so in the industry onshore to get experience first. I'm wondering if I'd be...
  7. J

    jobs in Canada

    Anybody know of any companies in Alberta Canada taking on electricians
  8. S

    the red cable in Spain - hilo de mando, is it a myth? Often absent.

    Hey, do other installers in Spain setup the red cable? it's mentioned in the reglamento: "Además, cada derivación individual incluirá el hilo de mando para posibilitar la aplicación de diferentes tarifas" in English: A auxilary cable will be installed for day night tarrif. "La sección...
  9. L

    How to get into international rig work

    Hi guys, new to the forum so bare with me! I'm currently 21 and in my 3rd year of my apprenticeship training to be an electrician. I've done my 17th ed regs etc and will be doing my 2391 once i've finished my apprenticeship. I want to get into onshore or offshore rig work (either in the UK or...
  10. S

    Spanish Electrician Introduction

    Spain is beautiful so I learnt Spanish and went to college here. Just finished last year and now I'm doing my year of work experience in an installation company here in Barcelona. I know the REBT (electrical code) and enjoy reading about the field on this website. the crisis is hitting hard...
  11. S

    Contract opportunities abroad help wanted

    Hi all. new to this forum thing so will see how we go. I am 41 now and fed up with the uk work environment ,and need a change. i have a wide experience field in all aspects of electrical installation and specialise in pumping station installation and maintenance. what options are open for me to...
  12. M

    Lightning protection

    Designing a lightning protection system
  13. H

    Hungarian wiring codes

    Hi does anybody out there have an English version of the Hungarian wiring regulations. I am in the process of buying a house there and wish to upgrade the supply and earthing, followed by a full rewire and I want to make sure the contractors are doing it to the correct local codes.
  14. D

    Moving to Canada

    Hey Guy's I thought that I would set up a thread for discussions on the Canadian code and their lingo! Yes they speak English but not when it comes to their electrics, like do you know what Marrettes are? do you know what raceways are, how about the difference between grounded and grounding...
  15. C

    Looking for a job/collaboration in UK London

    I am 25 years old and I am moving to London, I have a Romanian qualification as a Low and Medium Voltage Electrician, I work for a big multinational company as an Industrial Electrician, I have about 1 year experience and I am looking for a mentor in London to work and collaborate in the future...
  16. F

    one for the EX-PATS..

    have a nose at this link about electrics in india, BBC News - Why India loves a good electrician made me chuckle, everyday the company i work for employs more Indian electricians to replace Brits saying that they have the same skill set! (cheaper), apparently we are only needed these days to...
  17. T

    any abroad work going

    alright lads, anyone know of any work going on abroad at the minute or coming up soon ? not fussy where could do with getting away for a while.
  18. M

    Recently Qualified Irish Electrician

    As the title says I am a recently qualified Irish electrician, im thinking of heading over to the Uk to look for work as there is nothing in Ireland. I know there are tests I can do up north to get my qualifications in line with those required in the Uk but im just wondering is there any point...
  19. S

    US 220 volt supplies

    Hi, new to the site and not an electrician. I am planning to move to the USA in a year or so. I just had a question about using UK 240V 50Hz tools on a US 220V 60Hz supply...basically is this possible? Is there any way I can avoid selling all my UK electrical tools and having to buy new ones...
  20. V

    ATEX inspection - overseas

    Hey guys, Anyone know of any leads for inspection work (complex) overseas, middle east maybe? I've got cv in with Kaymas and the like but wanting to hear about more coming off, I've got plenty experience doing inspection on the oil and gas/ petro chem game Cheers
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