Hybrid Electrician - UK Water Sector chez United Living Group

AFECO is an engineering services provider, delivering high quality process and MEICA design and installation projects predominantly across the South of England for the water industry. We have an excellent inhouse engineering team capable of delivering all stages of the project cycle, from concept through to commissioning, with a strong focus on cleantech product development, innovation, and robust, appropriate solutions.

We work within the UK water sector where we deliver innovation, optimisation, and robust engineering solutions. We have a portfolio of varied projects, both wastewater and clean water, across the Southern Water region and are seeing rapid expansion into other water companies due to the success of our own products and solutions so it is an exciting time to join our business.  

In 2024, we were acquired by United Living Group, a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. This partnership enables us to better provide unique solutions for the water sector and help our clients navigate increasing pressure on their operations.

We are a lively and friendly organisation with a main office based in Havant, Hampshire. 

We deliver varied wastewater and clean water projects across the Southern Water region (Kent, Sussex, Hampshire) — both planned and reactive — as well as planned works for Thames Water, Bristol Water, Severn Trent, Essex & Suffolk Water, and Surrey. Travel, sometimes with overnight stays, is required; a van will be provided when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, refurbish, test, and sign-off electrical systems on water company sites (both clean and wastewater).

• Work on multiple projects, occasionally assisting mechanical trades.

• Travel to client sites, complete associated paperwork, and follow all OH&S, environmental, and quality standards.

• Inspect, survey, fault-find, and compile reports for installation/testing.

• Use drawings, diagrams, and manuals to complete works; build/repair systems in the workshop when required.

• Ensure compliance with BS7671, company, and client standards.

• Identify and resolve issues effectively, maintaining high quality and safety.

• Work at heights and in confined spaces, adhering to PPE and hygiene requirements.

What We Expect

• Teamwork, accountability, and commitment to safe, high-quality work.

• Flexibility to work away from home and undertake paid overtime when needed.

• Ability to operate in industrial environments with good working practices.

• 2+ years’ related experience post qualification in electrical installation and testing, preferably in the UK water sector
• Fully qualified electrician (NVQ level 3 or equivalent) (essential)
• 17th / 18th Edition (essential)
• City & Guilds 2391 Test and Inspection (advantageous)
• Control and automation experience (advantageous)
• Valid UK driving licence (essential)
• Confined spaces training (preferable)
• ECS Gold card or can easily obtain one
• EUSR clean water card (preferable)
• Emergency first aid or First Aider (preferable)

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme applicable after 3 month probation period
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• All necessary PPE and workwear
• Company life insurance and health care scheme
• Employee benefits package that includes training and development opportunities