Electrical Engineer- Capital Delivery & Housing Safety

Posted 12 hours 55 minutes ago by Carrington West

£100,000 - £125,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Public Sector Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

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 Role

You'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
Qualifications & Certifications
  • 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
Details
  • £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
Why Apply?
  • 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 .