Electricians
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5241 (91% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and A1 Telecommunication Services Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5241 Electricians and electrical fitters Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
5242 Telecoms and related network installers and repairers Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Electrician role based in the Greater Reading Area. The Electrician will support mobile network rollout projects by performing electrical installation, testing, and maintenance on telecommunications infrastructure and associated equipment. Day-to-day responsibilities include wiring and cabling, panel and distribution board work, fault diagnosis and repair, and ensuring compliance with relevant electrical standards and safety regulations. The role also involves collaborating with engineers and rigging teams on site, preparing accurate documentation, and participating in commissioning and integration activities as required.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong foundational knowledge of electricity and safe electrical practices.
- Candidates should possess practical electrical work skills, including installation, wiring, and equipment setup.
- Candidates should possess maintenance and repair abilities for electrical systems and components.
- Candidates should possess troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving electrical faults.
- Candidates should possess understanding of electrical engineering principles relevant to telecommunications infrastructure.
- Recognized electrical qualifications (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent) and valid industry certifications.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with A1 Telecommunication Services Limited, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Electricians and electrical fitters (SOC 5241) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~99k in sample- Middle half £31,720–44,824
- Median £38,376
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. A1 Telecommunication Services Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5241 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.