Reactive/Commercial Electrician

  • fulltime
  • Manchester, M1
  • GBP 42000.0 to 42000 Annum

We are recruiting experienced Commercial Electricians to join a well-established national contractor delivering works across large commercial and retail environments.

This is a long-term opportunity with a strong pipeline of work, offering stability, flexibility, and excellent earning potential for the right individuals.

While this is a mobile role, the majority of work is based in the North West, with travel and working away required depending on projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, and reactive works on retail sites
  • Support LV shutdowns, fault finding, and remedial works as required
  • Assist the wider team in delivering projects safely and on time
  • Work flexibly to meet project deadlines, including overtime where desired
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and professionalism on site

Skills & Experience Required

  • Fully qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
  • Gold CSCS Card essential
  • Proven commercial electrical experience
  • Ideally experienced in retail and/or reactive environments (large-scale sites preferred)
  • Strong fault finding and problem-solving ability
  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
  • Willingness to travel when required

What’s on Offer

  • £42,000 basic salary (£20.08/hour for first 40 hours worked)
  • Door-to-door pay from leaving your house
  • Overtime paid at enhanced rates (1.5x – 2x)
  • Realistic earnings of £55k+, with top earners significantly higher depending on overtime
  • Company van provided (brand new)
  • Full set of tools provided and replaced when needed
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • A supportive team that encourages a good work-life balance where possible

Why Apply

  • Strong pipeline of long-term work – not just short-term projects
  • Majority of work based in the North West
  • Opportunity to increase earnings through optional overtime
  • Join a company that looks after its engineers and values retention
  • Varied role across commercial and retail environments

Key Info

  • Some travel and occasional working away is required
  • On-call and additional hours is available 
  • Flexibility is valued, but the company aims to support a good balance

If you’re a qualified electrician based in the North West looking for a stable role with strong earning potential and varied work, apply now for more information.

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