Electrician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Formed in 2003, City Gate Construction (CGC) specialise in construction, refurbishment, fabrication, mechanical and electrical services, new build housing, bespoke joinery, maintenance and regeneration.
With its Head Office in Linwood, CGC employs more than 225 people, with six UK offices, most recently opening premises in Birmingham. Providing a bespoke service across a range of industries, CGC continue to secure major contracts from housing associations, exclusive private developers and local authorities.
Since its formation, CGC has recruited around 180 Renfrewshire residents and despite the pandemic, CGC have experienced continued grown, boosting an annual turnover this year in excess of £30m. We also continue to recruit apprentices, with 22 currently enrolled across a range of trades including painting and decorating, carpentry and joinery, plumbing and plastering. A further seven apprenticeship places are being offered from August 2022 as part of CGC’s work to encourage young people to join the construction industry and support its business growth.
We are currently looking to recruit electricians to join our M&E division on a permanent basis.
We are looking for people who have the following:
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (recognised apprenticeship)
- City & Guilds 18th Edition (17th will be considered)
- Experience with commercial / domestic electrical installations
- High level of commitment and desire to achieve goals and meet deadlines
- Team spirit, willing to assist other colleagues
- First class customer facing skills
- Good communication and organisation skills
- Driving License (Valid)
- ECS Card (Valid)
- Testing Experience
We offer a competitive hourly rate, bonus scheme, company van and staff package.
If you are interested in this role, please apply through the link below.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £34,476.00-£36,504.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- PAISLEY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- electrical: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- CSCS (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Electrician roles across City Gate Construction's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £34,476 - £36,504 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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