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Scope the role before you hire
Define the type of electrical work the role involves — domestic, commercial, industrial, installation, maintenance or testing — and the systems and standards it must meet. Note whether the role is site-based, workshop or mobile, and the tools and equipment provided.
Set out whether the role is permanent, temporary or project-based, the shift or call-out pattern and the qualifications expected. A clear scope helps candidates judge whether their qualifications and experience fit and keeps your advert accurate for safety-critical work.
Where to find candidates
- Job boards aimed at electrical, building-services and trade roles.
- Staffing agencies that specialise in electricians and trades.
- Workforce matching platforms connecting employers with available local electricians.
- Referrals from current electricians and site supervisors.
- Trade colleges and electrical training providers.
- Your own talent pool and careers page.
How to screen and shortlist
- Verify recognised electrical qualifications valid for the work.
- Confirm experience with the relevant systems and standards.
- Check right to work and identity as required.
- Confirm any required registration or competency cards.
- Ask about familiarity with safe isolation and testing.
- Confirm availability for the shift or call-out pattern.
How to interview
- Ask candidates to describe safe isolation and testing procedures.
- Explore experience with the wiring standards the work requires.
- Discuss reading drawings, schematics and specifications.
- Cover fault-finding and maintenance approaches.
- Use a practical or scenario test for safety-critical roles.
- Let candidates ask about the work, standards and shifts.
Documents, checks and onboarding
- Proof of recognised electrical qualifications and any registration.
- An offer letter or assignment terms confirming role and dates.
- An employment or fixed-term contract, or agency assignment terms.
- Right-to-work and identity verification before starting.
- A safety induction covering electrical and site rules.
- An onboarding checklist for systems, standards and equipment.
Common hiring mistakes
- Not verifying qualifications and registration for safety-critical work.
- Mismatching domestic, commercial and industrial experience.
- Skipping a practical or scenario check where appropriate.
- Overlooking knowledge of current wiring standards.
- Leaving right-to-work checks until after the start.
- Underestimating the electrical safety induction needed.
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