5241 — Electricians and electrical fitters

What this occupation covers

Electricians and electrical fitters assemble parts in the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment, and install, maintain, and repair electrical plant, machinery, appliances and wiring.

Typical duties

examines drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams to determine the method and sequence of operations

selects, cuts and lays wires and connects to sockets, plugs or terminals by crimping, soldering, brazing or bolting

cuts, bends and installs electrical conduit

assembles parts and sub-assemblies using hand tools and by brazing, riveting or welding

installs electrical plant, machinery and other electrical fixtures and appliances such as fuse boxes, generators, light sockets etc.

examines electrical plant or machinery, domestic appliances and other electrical assembly for faults using test equipment and replaces worn parts and faulty wiring

Entry routes and qualifications

Academic qualifications may not be required, though some GCSEs/S grades or an equivalent qualification may be an advantage. Relevant NVQs/SVQs are available at levels 1, 2 and 3. Apprenticeships combining practical work experience and technical training are available at levels 2 and 3. Entrants must have good eyesight and normal colour vision.

Sponsorship information

Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Temporary Shortage List: Electricians and electrical fitters. Certificate of Sponsorship must be issued before 31 December 2026.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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