CompEx Electrician - North West

CompEX Electrician – MEICA 📍 North West | 🛠 Field-Based Role Our client, a leading specialist within the MEICA infrastructure sector, is looking to recruit experienced CompEX Electricians to support a growing portfolio of work across the water, energy and industrial sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering business delivering critical infrastructure projects and maintenance services across the UK. Known for their strong reputation within the industry, they continue to invest heavily in both their people and long-term infrastructure delivery capabilities. The Opportunity Working as part of specialist ATEX and Electrical Services teams, you’ll be responsible for carrying out electrical installation, inspection, testing and maintenance activities within hazardous environments. The majority of projects are within the water industry, although the role will also involve supporting work across manufacturing and energy sectors, offering a varied and technically interesting workload. You’ll be joining an experienced and highly supportive engineering team where safety, quality and professional standards are at the forefront of everything they do. Key Responsibilities * Carrying out electrical installation and maintenance works within hazardous areas * Working in compliance with BS7671: 18th Edition and BS EN 60079 standards * Fault-finding, inspection, testing and repair of electrical systems and equipment * Supporting both planned preventative maintenance and reactive works * Completing accurate documentation and service reports * Working collaboratively with ATEX and electrical engineering specialists * Maintaining high standards of health, safety and customer service at all times Candidate Requirements Essential: * Previous experience working within ATEX zones and hazardous environments * Strong understanding of Ex protection concepts * CompEx Ex01 & Ex04 (Gas & Vapours) certification * NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Maintenance * 18th Edition Wiring Regulations * Industrial electrical experience * Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer The successful candidate will benefit from a strong package and long-term career opportunities within a growing infrastructure business, including: * Company vehicle and fuel card * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Contributory pension scheme * Life assurance * Enhanced family-friendly policies * 24/7 online GP service * Employee assistance programme * Retail and lifestyle discount platform * Cycle to work and salary finance schemes * Employee recognition programmes * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Clear opportunities for progression within a growing business About the Client Our client is an industry-leading MEICA infrastructure business delivering essential engineering and maintenance services across critical utility and industrial environments throughout the UK. With a strong focus on safety, innovation and operational excellence, they continue to support major infrastructure projects that protect communities, improve environmental performance and ensure the resilience of essential services. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced CompEX Electricians looking to join a forward-thinking organisation with a strong pipeline of work and genuine long-term career prospects. Please note: Successful candidates may be required to complete background screening and drug & alcohol testing as part of the onboarding process