Emergency Lighting Electrician

Who We Are

Fixatex Ltd is a family-run electrical services provider built on trust, teamwork, and technical excellence. Established in 2000, we have proudly supported clients across London and the Southeast for over two decades. Operating from our head office, warehouse, and purpose-built training centre in Hertford, we deliver high-quality electrical services while continuously developing and supporting our people.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Emergency Lighting Electrician in Manchester with the core hours being Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00. You will be responsible for carrying out emergency lighting testing, installation, and servicing across a variety of domestic and commercial properties, primarily within social housing and local authority sectors. This will be an independent role, but you’ll have full support and regular contact with colleagues in London.

Key Responsibilities

• Experience carrying out monthly, quarterly, and annual emergency lighting tests


• Capability to replace failed equipment (lamps, batteries, ballasts, gear trays, fittings etc.), including first-time rectification within self-certified limits


• Confident in documenting all work accurately using Oneserve and/or EasyCert


• Deliver excellent customer service and professionalism at all times


• Adhere to company policies and operational standards


• Take part in training and support continuous business improvement


• Carry out additional duties as required by management


• Work safely in accordance with current Health & Safety regulations

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of the electrical industry and emergency lighting systems


• Knowledge of SMART LED lighting systems


• Proven diagnostic and fault-finding ability


• Identification and reporting of failed equipment


• Ability to work as part of a team


• Accurate reporting and excellent attention to detail


• Confident using mobile devices to complete electronic job sheets


• Good practical skills and customer communication


• Positive attitude, reliability and good timekeeping


• Comfortable working in an independent, standalone role.

What You Will Have

• L3 Electrical Installations Diploma


• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (C&G 2382-18)


• City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification (desirable)


• AM2 Assessment (desirable)
  


• Knowledge of BS 5266 - Emergency lighting standards (desirable)


• Full UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months)

What We Offer

At Fixatex, we believe great work deserves great rewards. You can expect:

• Competitive salary based on experience


• Private healthcare contribution


• Increasing holiday allowance with length of service


• Company vehicle with private mileage allowance and fuel card


• Supportive sick pay and wellbeing policies


• Test equipment and PPE provided


• Access to a fully stocked warehouse


• Ongoing training and development in our purpose-built training centre


• Clear progression opportunities


• A genuine team environment where everyone’s input matters


• A supportive workplace that recognises the need for flexibility


• Regular team events and celebrations


• £1000 employee referral scheme

Our Values

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built and are looking for people who live by our values:

• Care like it’s family


• Ownership at every level


• One team with integrity


• Keep raising the bar

If you’re a qualified Electrical Engineer who values quality workmanship, teamwork, job stability and long-term career development within a well-established, family-run business, we’d love to hear from you.