Electrician - Peterborough

Experienced Electrician to join our growing Building Services Team at our Peterborough Branch

Are you a skilled and adaptable Electrician with solid experience in the construction industry? We’re seeking a dedicated professional to join our growing Princeenergy team based in Peterborough.

If you’re a qualified electrician passionate about working to delivering outstanding quality projects, an excellent communicator and providing exceptional service, we’d love to hear from you!

You’ll become part of a supportive and professional environment where your experience, knowledge and skills will play a key role in the successful delivery of our projects and your own career development.

At Princebuild, we’re not just offering a job, we’re giving you the opportunity to grow, lead and make a real difference within a respected and trusted company.

At Princebuild, great work is recognised with a rewarding package and team perks that reflect our values!

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate


• Company vehicle and corporate clothing


• Employee profit share scheme


• Generous holiday entitlement - 21 days holiday plus bank holidays


• Early Friday finishes


• Departmental perks and long service awards


• Health and wellbeing support, including access to qualified Mental Health First Aiders


• Positive working environment with the Princebuild Founders Trust and Princebuild Foundation supporting community projects


• Ongoing training, professional development and career progression opportunities


• Equal Opportunities employer, accredited by Investors in People and Positive about Disabled People


• Fantastic social events and charity initiatives throughout the year
  

What we need

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations including AM2 (or equivalent)


• Up to date 18th Edition Qualification (Amendment 3:2024)


• C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing – desirable but not essential


• Experience working within a similar environment - commercial, industrial and domestic experience


• Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) or SMSTS


• Strong organisational, leadership and people management skills, with the ability to coordinate tasks and support project delivery effectively.


• Confident with a range of IT systems and software


• Self-motivated, proactive and a positive attitude


• Excellent team player with the ability to integrate and inspires others


• Willingness to undertake training and personal development


• Commitment to maintaining professional standards and continuous improvement


• A full current UK driving licence and have had at least 6 months driving experience since passing your test.

Please note: this role requires an Enhanced DBS check (including the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List) and may include additional vetting in line with client requirements.

We look forward to you working with us! Please be aware that the closing date for this role is Friday 13 February 2026.

Job Description

Reporting to a Building Services Manager, the Building Services Engineer (Electrician) will take on the role of supporting the Princeenergy Department with their ongoing works and variety of projects of an electrical commercial and domestic nature within the construction and refurbishment industry.

Due to the nature of our varied projects, works can be nationwide and require flexible working hours. Project sizes will vary from large projects working within a team to smaller projects with pairs or solo working. These projects will include public sector, health sector, educational sector, retail, social housing, government buildings, prisons, police stations, care homes, undertaking repairs, breakdowns and installation works.

The primary role of this engineer will be ensuring that the allocated projects are run efficiently and profitably ensuring full compliance to Health & Safety legislation and contracts conditions. The most critical conditions being that all work is completed to a high standard, in a safe working manner, within programme and to the total satisfaction of our client.

Responsibilities

• All aspects associated with a qualified NVQ Level 3 electrician with proven experience of working within a similar environment.


• Professional development and supervising of site personnel including trainees and apprentices.


• Undertaking required training and information gathering to support any updates or changes to regulations.

• Developing positive relationships with your colleagues, our clients and all other site operatives.

• Execute tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship.


• Collaborate with our team to deliver outstanding results on time and within budget.

• Knowledge/understanding of the contract design and construction drawings.


• Identify and implement improvements to any aspect of the service that we provide.


• Regular use of our computer systems and other software packages.

• Adhere to current Health & Safety legislation and undertake works in accordance with safe working practices.


• Be an ambassador for the organisation whilst undertaking works on site.


• Ensure effective communication between the client and the office/supervisor/manager.


• Report any issues or concerns to your manager or supervisor in respect to the project or task you are working on to ensure there are no delays in completion so as not to encounter any contract penalty clauses.


• Ensure that all works are carried out in accordance with the client’s requirements/specifications and provide exceptional levels of customer care.


• Carry out works to the required standard whilst using sustainable resources and being environmentally conscious.


• Undertake duties in line with role progression and business requirements.

Please note: this role requires an Enhanced DBS check (including the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List) and may include additional vetting in line with client requirements.

Terms

The above information should only be used as a guide to the duties and responsibilities expected.  It should be noted that the duties and responsibilities might not include or be limited to the information given above as these may vary from time to time, depending on the contracts in hand and in accordance with the manager’s discretion.

This is a full-time position and hours of work will be 39 hours per week.  This will also involve daily travel and working away as deemed necessary for the needs of the business.

07:45hrs to 16:30hrs Monday to Thursday

07:45hrs to 15:30hrs Friday

Personal Competencies

• Communicates clearly and adapts to different situations


• Represents the Princebuild brand with professionalism and pride


• Balances personal goals with company objectives


• Makes confident, well-informed decisions


• Leads by example and encourages others to grow


• Thrives in a changing environment with a positive, can-do attitude


• Brings fresh ideas and innovative solutions


• Understands the commercial and practical realities of construction


• Stays resilient under pressure and promotes optimism


• Shows empathy, integrity, and awareness of others