Electrician CV Example
An electrician CV is built on clearly showing your qualifications, the installation types you have worked on (domestic, industrial, lighting) and your health & safety discipline. Employers look for which distribution boards, wiring types and projects you have handled. Keep it one page, ATS-friendly and free of photos or personal details.
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Daniel Walker
Qualified Electrician (Domestic & Industrial)
Leeds, UK
Summary
9 years of domestic and industrial installation experience. Strong on distribution board assembly, wiring and fault finding. Hold an NVQ Level 3 and 18th Edition (BS 7671), plus a CSCS/ECS card; strict adherence to health & safety rules.
Experience
Qualified Electrician · Construction & Installations Ltd
Mar 2019 – Present- ›Installed the electrical systems for 200+ homes and 15 industrial sites to specification.
- ›Carried out distribution board assembly, protection relay and MCB selection end to end.
- ›Used thermal imaging and a multimeter for fault finding, cutting average fault-resolution time by 30%.
Apprentice/Improver Electrician · Yapı Electrical
Sep 2015 – Feb 2019- ›Installed wiring, socket/switch fittings and lighting circuits on residential projects.
- ›Fitted earthing and surge protection under the supervision of a qualified electrician.
Skills
Education
Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation · Leeds College of Building (2011 – 2015)
What to Highlight in a Electrician CV
- ✓Put your qualifications — NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition (BS 7671) and ECS card — at the top of the CV.
- ✓State clearly which installation type you work on (domestic, industrial, surge protection, lighting).
- ✓Highlight your health & safety compliance and accident/incident record — employers prioritise safety.
- ✓Quantify the number of projects completed or the floor area / power capacity you have handled.
Technical Skills
- •Distribution boards & installation
- •Wiring & terminations
- •Fault finding
- •Earthing & surge protection
- •Multimeter & thermal imaging
- •Health & safety (CDM)
Soft Skills
- •Attention to detail
- •Responsibility
- •Problem solving
- •Teamwork
Common Mistakes
- ✕Not listing your qualifications (NVQ, 18th Edition, ECS card) — the most critical filter.
- ✕Not specifying the installation type (domestic/industrial) you have worked on.
- ✕Leaving out health & safety training and safety discipline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which qualifications are essential on an electrician CV?
An NVQ Level 3, the 18th Edition (BS 7671) and an ECS card are core requirements. Testing & inspection (2391) is also often sought by employers.
Should I list industrial and domestic experience separately?
Yes, they require different skills. Lead with the one that fits the role and state the size of the sites you worked on.
Is my apprentice period worth listing?
Yes, it is valuable. If you did concrete work, add that period to your experience section even if it was short.
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