Are you an Electrical Engineer who thrives in public sector environments?

Looking for a well-paid contract where your technical expertise actually makes an impact on residents' safety?
 
Carrington West is working with the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to find an Electrical Engineer / Project Lead to join their Capital Delivery Team, supporting small-value housing works with a strong focus on life-safety systems.
 
The Role
You'll be sitting within the Capital Delivery Team, delivering a mixed portfolio that is approximately 80% technical / 20% project management, covering:
·Electrical Engineering across housing stock
·Electrical design, compliance and assurance
·Delivery of small-value capital projects
·Life-safety systems including:
oFire alarms
oSmoke alarms
oEmergency lighting
 
This is a hands-on role where you'll be expected to contribute from day one, working closely with internal teams, contractors, and residents.
 
Key Requirements
·Public sector experience is essential (local authority, housing association, NHS, etc.)
·Proven experience delivering housing works / small-value projects
·Strong technical knowledge of:
oFire alarm systems
oEmergency lighting
oElectrical safety and compliance
 
Qualifications & Certifications
·City & Guilds (relevant electrical discipline)
·HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
·IEEE or equivalent professional body membership
·Strong working knowledge of current electrical regulations and compliance standards
 
Details:
·£50 per hour
·Inside IR35 - Umbrella
·3 month rolling contract
·35 hours p/w
·Hybrid working:
o3 days per week in the office
o2 days per week remote
·Contract opportunity within a stable capital delivery environment
 
Why Apply?
·Competitive rate inside IR35
·Long-term, rolling contract potential
·Meaningful work improving resident safety
·Balanced hybrid working arrangement
 
If you're looking to discuss further or to apply, please contact Paige.Musselwhite@carringtonwest.com or call 02393876013.