Electrician
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Position Overview & Specifications
As one of Scotland’s largest Solar PV specialists, Forster Group design, distribute, install and maintain solar PV and storage systems across all sectors.
Established in 1990, Forster Roofing provides Integrated Solar and Roofing services to thousands of New Build Homes, working with every major Home Builder and a wide range of Social Housing Providers.
Since 2010, Forster Energy has established a substantial client base from Construction, Agriculture, the Public Sector and Industry.
Forster Industrial is one of Scotland’s largest distributors of Solar PV and associated electrical products.
A family owned business for over 30 years, Forster have an Award winning reputation for Innovation and setting industry leading standards.
As part of the Solar team, you will have the opportunity to;
- Ensure projects are delivered in line with technical and design requirements, whilst maintaining our Forster Standards and customer expectations
- Support the Design and Construction teams with technical queries
- Ensure Health and Safety considerations are accounted for during project delivery
- As an Appointed Person, assist with audits including MCS (NICEIC) and Select
- Assist Construction team during completion inspections, performance checks and testing
- Progress in this role, which is part practical and part developmental.
- Drive and contribute to continuous process improvement
Support for your ongoing personal development will build on your existing skills and experience, which should include;
- Fully qualified Electrician to 18th Edition an advantage
- Excellent knowledge of wiring regulations and certification within domestic, commercial and industrial installations
- Ability to perform system inspection, testing, commissioning and handover to BS 7671. BS2391 qualification desirable but not essential
- Experience in the Solar PV sector, including practical knowledge of modules, inverters, DC wiring and monitoring systems
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics
- Full valid UK driving licence
Key attributes for this role include competence in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel, ability to anticipate and respond proactively to challenges, disciplined approach to planning, organisation and administration, ability to self-manage workload, to work effectively in a team and develop positive external relationships.
Terms & Conditions
- Competitive from £36,000 plus bonus
- Full time 39 hours per week, 8am – 5pm, 4pm finish on Friday
- Accident and Life Insurance
- Contributory company pension
- Continued professional development
- Forster Group operate from our Head Office in Brechin
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Dundee: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: On the road
Application deadline: 23/06/2023
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 Forster Group 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 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 £35,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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