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Electrician CV Example

Electrician CV example for UK domestic and commercial work, with a qualified profile, installation and testing results, 18th Edition skills and trade cards.

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  • Construction
  • Mid level
Roles3
Skills20
Years of experience9
Qualifications3
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Craig Simpson

Electrician

Profile

Qualified electrician with 7 years of experience spanning domestic, commercial, and industrial electrical installations across projects valued up to £15M. Proven track record in managing self-employed business generating £85K+ annual revenue while maintaining 98% customer satisfaction rate. Skilled in complex first and second fix installations, EICR testing, and supervising apprentice development with 100% NVQ completion rate.

Experience

ElectricianFeb 2021 – Present
Willmott Dixon Construction

Lead electrician on commercial new-build projects including office blocks, retail developments, and educational facilities valued between £5M-£15M, ensuring compliance with BS 7671 and building regulations.

  • Complete first and second fix electrical installations on average 12 projects annually, consistently delivering within programme deadlines
  • Install and commission complex distribution boards, containment systems, and fire alarm networks serving buildings up to 5 storeys
  • Supervise and mentor 2 electrical apprentices, achieving 100% NVQ Level 2 completion rate and promoting both to improved positions
  • Conduct EICR testing and certification on completed installations, maintaining zero defect handover record across 35+ projects
  • Collaborate with M&E coordinators and other trades to resolve technical issues, reducing project delays by 15%
  • Install and test emergency lighting systems, data cabling infrastructure, and access control systems to commercial standards
  • Lead troubleshooting of complex electrical faults, reducing downtime costs by average £3K per incident
ElectricianJun 2018 – Jan 2021
Self-employed

Operated successful electrical contracting business specialising in domestic installations, consumer unit upgrades, and emerging EV charging technology across Greater Manchester and surrounding areas.

  • Built loyal customer base of 200+ clients through referrals and targeted local advertising, achieving 98% customer satisfaction rating
  • Generated average annual revenue of £85K through domestic rewires, Part P installations, and electrical safety inspections
  • Completed over 150 full house rewires including Victorian terraces and modern extensions, ensuring compliance with 18th Edition regulations
  • Installed 80+ consumer unit upgrades and EV charging points, capitalising on growing electric vehicle market
  • Managed all business operations including quotations, invoicing, insurance, and Part P Building Control notifications
  • Achieved average project completion time 20% faster than industry standard through efficient planning and material procurement
  • Maintained comprehensive electrical certification records and warranty documentation for all completed works
Trainee ElectricianMar 2017 – May 2018
Bailey Partnership

Completed electrical installation training across residential and light commercial projects while pursuing NVQ Level 3 qualification under experienced supervision.

  • Assisted with first and second fix installations on new-build housing developments of 50+ properties
  • Learned proper cable installation techniques, conduit bending, and distribution board wiring to industry standards
  • Completed 240+ hours of practical workshop training in electrical testing, fault diagnosis, and safe working practices
  • Achieved distinction grade in C&G 2365 Level 2 Diploma while maintaining full-time employment
  • Supported senior electricians with domestic rewires, contributing to 100% project completion within scheduled timeframes

Skills

  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • Testing & Inspection (EICR)
  • First & Second Fix Installation
  • Distribution Board Installation
  • Fire Alarm Systems
  • EV Charger Installation
  • Commercial Electrical Work
  • Emergency Lighting Systems
  • Data Cabling & Infrastructure
  • Reading Technical Drawings
  • Site Supervision & Training
  • Fault Diagnosis & Troubleshooting
  • Consumer Unit Upgrades
  • Part P Building Regulations
  • Health & Safety Management
  • Project Planning & Coordination
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Business Management
  • Apprentice Mentoring
  • Quality Control & Certification

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (Distinction)Salford City College (2015–2018)
C&G 2365 Level 2 Diploma Electrical Installation (Distinction)Salford City College (2015–2017)
A-Levels: Physics (B), Mathematics (C), Design Technology (B)Bury College (2013–2015)

Certifications

  • 18th Edition BS 7671 (2022)
  • C&G 2391-52 Inspection, Testing & Certification
  • JIB Gold Card Approved Electrician
  • ECS Card (Skilled Worker)
  • CSCS Card Construction Skills
  • EV Charging Point Installation (C&G 2919)
TipsCV

How to adapt this electrician CV

  • Open with a three or four line profile that names the job you want and your strongest results.
  • Turn duties into achievements: start each bullet with an action and end it with a result, such as time saved, money made or targets beaten.
  • Match your skills to each advert. This example leads with 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, Testing & Inspection (EICR) and First & Second Fix Installation; keep the ones that are true for you, in the employer's own words.
  • Keep it to two pages, most recent job first, and give the most space to your last two or three roles.

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