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Industrial Electrician Profile

Industrial electricians install, inspect and test wiring systems and components in all types of buildings and machinery. They typically work in the construction, engineering and manufacturing industries.

What is the work like?

As an industrial electrician you would usually work in one of four areas:
panel building – putting together control panels that operate a building's lighting, heating and ventilation systems repair and rewind – fixing faults in machinery, for example replacing the motors in a lift system instrumentation – installing and maintaining manufacturing systems that measure the efficiency of a production line maintenance – testing and servicing electromechanical equipment found in manufacturing and construction.

You might also specialise in highway electrical systems, testing circuits, and repairing faults on street lighting, traffic lights and motorway message signs. You would often use mobile high access platforms to reach work areas.

What qualifications and experience will employers look for?
You may be able to get into this career through an Apprenticeship scheme with an electrical contractor. The range of Apprenticeships available in your area will depend on the local jobs market and the types of skills employers need from their workers. For more information, visit the Apprenticeships website.

http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/

What skills and knowledge will I need?good practical skills to use hand and power tools the ability to follow technical drawings and instructions a methodical approach to work a commitment to keep up to date with industry developments the ability to work on your own and as part of a team good communications skills the ability to make accurate measurements a thorough understanding of electrical safety rules and regulations.

What salary and other benefits can I expect?
Salaries for newly qualified electricians can be around £20,000 a year.
With experience, this can rise to between £22,000 and £28,000.
Experienced electricians with specialist grading can earn over £30,000 a year.
Figures are intended as a guideline only

What are the typical hours and working conditions?
You would normally work between 37 and 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, with the possibility of overtime. If you work as a maintenance electrician in a factory, you could work shifts, including nights and weekends.

With the exception of highways jobs, you would spend most of your time working in factories, offices or workshops.

What skills and knowledge will I need?good practical skills to use hand and power tools the ability to follow technical drawings and instructions a methodical approach to work a commitment to keep up to date with industry developments the ability to work on your own and as part of a team good communications skills the ability to make accurate measurements a thorough understanding of electrical safety rules and regulations.

What opportunities are there?
You would find work with electrical contractors, building and engineering firms, manufacturing companies, local authorities and the NHS. You could also set up your own business.

You could also move into domestic installation work. See the Electrician job profile for more details about this role. With experience, you could gain promotion to supervisory and management jobs, electrical estimating and contract management.

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