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Carrington West
Electrical Engineer– Capital Delivery & Housing Safety
Central London, London
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 17 hours ago
- Salary
- 50.00 GBP Hourly
- Recruiter
- Carrington West
- Closes
- 19 Feb 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
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:
GBP50 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 (url removed) or call (phone number removed).
Ad ID: 5417752646
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