Electrical Engineer- Capital Delivery & Housing Safety
Posted 12 hours 55 minutes ago by Carrington West
Are you an Electrical Engineer who thrives in public sector environments? Looking for a well-paid contract where your technical expertise actually makes an impact on residents' safety?
Carrington West is working with the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to find an Electrical Engineer / Project Lead to join their Capital Delivery Team, supporting small value housing works with a strong focus on life safety systems.
The RoleYou'll be sitting within the Capital Delivery Team, delivering a mixed portfolio that is approximately 80% technical / 20% project management, covering:
- Electrical Engineering across housing stock
- Electrical design, compliance and assurance
- Delivery of small value capital projects
- Life safety systems including:
- Fire alarms
- Smoke alarms
- Emergency lighting
This is a hands on role where you'll be expected to contribute from day one, working closely with internal teams, contractors, and residents.
Key Requirements- Public sector experience is essential (local authority, housing association, NHS, etc.)
- Proven experience delivering housing works / small value projects
- Strong technical knowledge of:
- Fire alarm systems
- Emergency lighting
- Electrical safety and compliance
- City & Guilds (relevant electrical discipline)
- HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
- IEEE or equivalent professional body membership
- Strong working knowledge of current electrical regulations and compliance standards
- £50 per hour
- Inside IR35 - Umbrella
- 3 month rolling contract
- 35 hours p/w
- Hybrid working:
- 3 days per week in the office
- 2 days per week remote
- Contract opportunity within a stable capital delivery environment
- Competitive rate inside IR35
- Long term, rolling contract potential
- Meaningful work improving resident safety
- Balanced hybrid working arrangement
If you're looking to discuss further or to apply, please contact or call .