Electricians / Approved Electricians

Role Title: Electrician / Approved Electrician

Locations: Scotland Central Belt & North of Scotland

Pay/Salary: £38K - £48K per annum (inclusive of overtime)

Job Type: Full Time

Working Hours:

Mon - Thurs:     08:00am - 16:30pm

 Fri:                   08:00am - 13:30pm

About Optimum BMS Ltd

With over 20 years of industry experience, Optimum BMS Ltd is a leading building services contractor specializing in high-quality Electrical and Building Management Controls across Scotland . We take pride in delivering intelligent, energy-efficient building solutions on high-profile, secure and complex commercial projects. As a company, our people are the heart of our growth. We invest directly in our team through ongoing professional development, modern tooling, and a supportive, safety-first working culture.

The Opportunity

We are looking for skilled Electricians and Approved Electricians to join our growing team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality electrical installations, maintenance, and testing across a varied portfolio of commercial and industrial projects in both the public and private sectors. If you are looking to advance your career in a supportive, safety-first environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

•            Carrying out electrical installations in accordance with BS7671 and current building regulations

•            Performing inspection, testing, and certification of electrical systems

•            Diagnosing and repairing faults efficiently and safely

•            Supervising apprentices and junior electricians

•            Maintaining accurate documentation and compliance records

•            Liaising with clients and site managers to ensure smooth project delivery

•            Carrying out regular PPM visits

•            Reviewing engineers’ reports and pricing remedial works accordingly, ensuring accuracy and profitability

Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required:

•            SJIB Electrician / Approved Electrician status or equivalent

•            18th Edition Wiring Regulations

•            ECS grading card (Gold)

•            C&G 2391 – Inspection & Testing (Preferred)

•            Proven experience in commercial or industrial electrical work

•            Strong understanding of health & safety practices

•            Full UK driving license

•            IPAF 3a & 3b is desirable

*Due to working on secure sites, successful candidates must be able to pass security vetting/clearance*

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave (inclusion of bank holidays, pro-rota)
• Company van & fuel card (for business use)
•  Full branded workwear & complete PPE kit
•  Ongoing training & development