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Lead Electrical Engineer


Job Location:

Nottingham - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 15 August 2026 (15 days ago)
Application Deadline: 12 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Lead Electrical Engineer 12 Month Contract

Location: Nottingham City Council Enviroenergy Nottingham
Rate: 31.23 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 12 Month Contract
Hours: Full Time
Travel: UK-wide travel and occasional overnight stays required
Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Essential
Pay: Bi-weekly

About the Role

Nottingham City Councils Enviroenergy service is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of specialist electrical energy and infrastructure projects across the district heating network and wider client portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative decentralised energy projects including the installation commissioning maintenance and upgrade of prepayment metering systems across approximately 5000 domestic properties within Nottinghams district heating network.

The successful candidate will lead electrical works supervise operatives support project delivery and ensure compliance with industry standards while providing a high-quality service to residents and commercial customers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the installation maintenance and commissioning of electrical and metering systems.

  • Install and maintain:

    • Prepayment Metering Systems
    • EE Monitor Solutions
    • Heat Meters
    • Data Logging Equipment
    • Associated Electrical Infrastructure
  • Remove and replace existing prepayment units as part of a major upgrade programme.

  • Carry out electrical testing and certification including completion of Minor Works Certificates.

  • Undertake planned and reactive maintenance on district heating assets.

  • Support works associated with London Road Heat Station and district heating infrastructure.

  • Lead small projects from planning through to completion.

  • Manage resources materials and work programmes.

  • Supervise up to 5 operatives contractors or agency staff.

  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work.

  • Complete RAMS documentation where required.

  • Maintain comprehensive records and project documentation.

  • Liaise with internal teams contractors customers and stakeholders.

  • Support service innovation and the development of new energy solutions.

Essential Requirements
  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
  • Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship or approved electrical qualification.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
  • AM2 Qualification.
  • City & Guilds 2391 Electrical Inspection & Testing.
  • Ability to test inspect and certify electrical works.
  • Strong understanding of electrical safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Experience carrying out installation maintenance and fault-finding on electrical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
  • Experience working in customer-facing environments.
  • Strong problem-solving and fault-diagnosis skills.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable Requirements
  • Experience working within:

    • District Heating Networks
    • Energy Infrastructure
    • Decentralised Energy Systems
    • Utilities
    • Local Government
  • Experience managing projects and supervising teams.

  • Experience with metering systems and data logging solutions.

  • NICEIC or NAPIT-related certification experience.

  • Experience working on both domestic and commercial installations.

Whats on Offer
  • 31.23 per hour (Umbrella)
  • 12 Month Contract
  • Location: Nottingham
  • Full UK Travel Required
  • Occasional Overnight Stays
  • Tools PPE and Training Provided
  • Bi-weekly Pay
  • Opportunity to work on a major energy infrastructure programme.
  • Join an innovative and forward-thinking energy services team.
  • Involvement in cutting-edge decentralised energy and metering technology projects.

Suitable for candidates with experience as a Lead Electrical Engineer Electrical Engineer Approved Electrician Electrical Supervisor Maintenance Electrician Energy Engineer Building Services Electrical Engineer or District Heating Engineer.




Required Skills:

Essential Requirements NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification. Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship or approved electrical qualification. 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. AM2 Qualification. City & Guilds 2391 Electrical Inspection & Testing. Ability to test inspect and certify electrical works. Strong understanding of electrical safety regulations and industry standards. Experience carrying out installation maintenance and fault-finding on electrical systems. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics. Experience working in customer-facing environments. Strong problem-solving and fault-diagnosis skills. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Requirements Experience working within: District Heating Networks Energy Infrastructure Decentralised Energy Systems Utilities Local Government Experience managing projects and supervising teams. Experience with metering systems and data logging solutions. NICEIC or NAPIT-related certification experience. Experience working on both domestic and commercial installations. Whats on Offer 31.23 per hour (Umbrella) 12 Month Contract Location: Nottingham Full UK Travel Required Occasional Overnight Stays Tools PPE and Training Provided Bi-weekly Pay Opportunity to work on a major energy infrastructure programme. Join an innovative and forward-thinking energy services team. Involvement in cutting-edge decentralised energy and metering technology projects. Suitable for candidates with experience as a Lead Electrical Engineer Electrical Engineer Approved Electrician Electrical Supervisor Maintenance Electrician Energy Engineer Building Services Electrical Engineer or District Heating Engineer.