JIB Graded Electrician/Approved Electrician
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
Here at BGEN LTD, we're looking for JIB Graded Electricians for ongoing work in Southampton!
Location: Fast Project Southampton, Polimeri Laydown, Cadland Road, Hardley, Hythe, Southampton, SO45 3YY. Digs and travel available for working away from their local area!
Electricians must have JIB gold card (Electrician or Approved Electrician).
Shifts: Site hours work on a four-day per week pattern (11 hour days) with overtime rates following the NAECI guidelines. Normal site hours are 07:30-18:30 Monday to Thursday.
Salary: This is a PAYEONLY contract. As you will be paid PAYE, you will accrue holidays on top of your hourly rate. Throughout your employment, site bonuses, travel & digs costs towards if working away and overtime!
Rates of Pay for ALL Operatives
Basic rate - £19.11 per hour PAYE (up to 38 hours per week)
OT1 - £26.75 per hour PAYE (Over 38 hours Mon - Fri and first 4 hours Saturday)
OT2 - £34.40 per hour PAYE (Over 4 hours Saturday and all hours Sunday)
We have an excellent long-term opportunity for Electricians with JIB cards starting in Southampton in February 2023, with a considerable amount of work to follow. Good hours and overtime available with travel and lodge available for travelling operatives.
The Role: Carrying out electrical installation, containment and wiring on industrial refurbishment projects.
On this role, you will be required to complete and pass an appropriate Drug and Alcohol screening - this is an excellent opportunity as the clearance is fully transferable with other projects we have the contract for, which you may have the opportunity to access in the future. Successful electricians must have gold JIB Card and have relevant experience on industrial/power station projects.
Electricians must have JIB gold card (Electrician or Approved Electrician) and IPAF 3A and 3B
Benefits: All travel and lodging benefits are covered by the conditions set out within the NAECI Handbook. Subject to attendance and quality checks, holiday pay accrual and opportunities to earn incentive bonuses and for other opportunities on site with weekly financial benefits!
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: Architectural & Engineering Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for JIB Graded Electrician/Approved Electrician roles across BGEN LTD'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 Architectural & Engineering Services.
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 £19 - £19 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying Architectural & Engineering Services openings directly to your inbox.
