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Electrician CV example (UK)
An electrician CV that puts your qualifications, ECS card and the type of work you do (domestic, commercial, industrial) up front.
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Example CV profile
Qualified electrician (NVQ Level 3, AM2) with experience of domestic rewires, consumer unit upgrades and commercial fit-outs. Works to BS 7671 (18th Edition), completes clear certification and is comfortable working alone or with a small team.
Key skills to include (if true for you)
- 18th Edition (BS 7671)
- NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical / AM2
- ECS card (gold)
- Inspection & testing (EICRs)
- Fault finding
- Consumer unit replacement
- Containment & cable installation
- Full UK driving licence
Example experience bullet points
- Carried out full and partial domestic rewires, from first fix through to testing and certification.
- Completed electrical installation condition reports (EICRs) for landlords, explaining the coding of any defects in plain English.
- Installed containment, lighting and small power on commercial fit-outs, working from drawings and liaising with other trades.
- Diagnosed and repaired faults on call-outs, keeping customers informed about cost before starting work.
Illustrative only. Replace with your own real roles, dates and results — never copy experience you don't have.
Education & training
- NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical Services + AM2 – college/training provider, year
- City & Guilds 2382 (18th Edition) – year
- City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (if held) – year
Keywords UK recruiters screen for
18th Edition · BS 7671 · ECS card · AM2 · EICR · inspection and testing · fault finding · first fix
Tips for an electrician CV
- List the card and qualification numbers employers check (ECS, 2382, 2391) near the top.
- Say which kind of work you do most; domestic and industrial employers screen differently.
- Mention the test equipment and software you use for certificates, if the advert does.
Pay depends on whether you're employed, agency or self-employed, and on JIB grade where it applies. Salary checker (ONS data).
FAQs
Should an electrician's CV include a photo or ECS card image?
No. Give the card type and that it is current; employers check the card itself at interview or induction.
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