Electrician (Construction)

Job overview
Electricians? (construction?) ?install wiring, accessories, control equipment, wireways, switchboards, etc., according to safety regulations.

In addition they are involved in the preplanning of such installations and with the accurate selection of cables, conductors and protective devices.

What do people do in this job?
Electricians? (construction?) ?must ensure that when power has been supplied to urban and industrial areas and channelled into the various buildings and structures, everything works safely when the occupier of the premises eventually switches on the lights, electrical appliances or heavy machinery.

This requires careful preplanning in the construction stage, and is the responsibility of the electricians? (construction?)?. ?This involves them in:-

• Installing wireways and switchboards in such a way that they conform to all specifications and wiring and safety regulations.
• Installing wiring, equipment and accessories or control and metering equipment in such a way that these do not clash with other services.
• Calculating electrical load requirements to ensure accurate selection of cables and conductors and the determination of the current rating of the protective devices installed as part of the wiring system.
• Ensuring that all work carried out by them or under their supervision conforms to safety standards.

What kinds of people are suitable for this career?
Electricians? (construction?) ?must be mathematically inclined and be able to understand abstract concepts.

They must have a natural aptitude for using tools and the ability to master the details of numerous installation and maintenance procedures.

They must have the ability to adapt to different working conditions, from indoor installations to outdoor sites.

The ability to communicate clearly with others, particularly clients, is also important.

What qualifications are needed?
Good school-leaving results in science or technical subjects and post-school qualifications such as City and Guilds certificates directly related to the trade.