Support UK Defence Operations in the South Atlantic

Tax-Efficient Income | Free Accommodation & Meals | Free Gym | Return Flights Provided | Professional Development | Unique Lifestyle

Are you a qualified Electrician looking for a unique overseas opportunity?

We are looking for an Electrician (Maintenance) to join our team supporting the British Forces South Atlantic Islands (BFSAI) estate in the Falkland Islands. Working within the Electrical Maintenance Team, you will be responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance, electrical installations, inspections, testing, fault finding, and reactive repairs across a diverse portfolio of technical and domestic facilities.

This is an opportunity to develop your career in a unique Defence environment while enjoying an exceptional lifestyle, tax-efficient income, and a comprehensive overseas benefits package.

About the Falkland Islands

The Falkland Islands offer a unique lifestyle, combining facilities with incredible scenery, wildlife, and outdoor activities. With accommodation, meals and travel provided, this is an opportunity to experience life overseas while developing your career in a highly supportive Defence environment.

What's On Offer

• Tax-Efficient Income: Benefit from a simplified income tax structure, helping you maximise your take-home pay and saving potential.
• Free Accommodation & Meals: Free single accommodation and three daily meals provided, allowing you to retain more of your earnings.
• Return Flights to the UK Twice a Year: Stay connected with family and friends.
• 33 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays: Plenty of time to rest, travel, and recharge.
• Free Gym & Swimming Pool Access: Access to CrossFit, yoga, spin classes, squash, swimming, and more.
• Professional Development: Access to a range of learning opportunities, including business, science, arts, and language courses.
• Additional Financial Benefits: 5% Site Allowance paid monthly, and a 10% Tour Bonus paid annually.
• Relocation Support: Dedicated onboarding and experienced teams to help you settle into island life.
• Career-Defining Experience: Play a key role in supporting high-profile UK Defence operations.
• Unique Lifestyle: Live and work in one of the world's most remote and fascinating British Overseas Territories.

What You'll Be Doing

Working as part of the Electrical Maintenance Team, you will:

• Undertake electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing and repair of low voltage systems across the MOD estate.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on electrical equipment and installations.
• Maintain, repair and test hazardous area systems, catering equipment and fire alarm systems.
• Diagnose faults and undertake remedial works to ensure assets remain safe, compliant and operational.
• Work from electrical drawings, installation diagrams, circuit diagrams and line schematics.
• Modify and update technical drawings where required to maintain accurate records.
• Deliver high-quality work first time, minimising rework and operational disruption.
• Advise management and clients on ageing electrical equipment and replacement requirements to maintain safety and compliance.
• Work towards qualifying for, and maintaining, entry on the Skilled Persons Register.
• Organise workloads effectively to maximise productivity and minimise downtime.
• Complete work dockets, labour records and maintenance documentation accurately and on time.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and operational requirements when required.
• Support wider maintenance and infrastructure activities as directed by the management team.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• BS7671 18th Edition qualification or equivalent.
• City & Guilds Electrical Installation qualification or equivalent.
• BS2391 Inspection and Testing qualification or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Permit to Work systems.
• Experience in electrical installation and maintenance of low voltage systems.
• Strong understanding of testing, inspection, fault finding and remedial works.
• Ability to read and interpret installation drawings, circuit diagrams and line schematics.
• Good working knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Full driving licence with the ability to transfer and use it overseas.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Desirable

• IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• City & Guilds Certificate in Design, Installation, Commissioning and Certification of Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting Systems (or equivalent).
• Authorised Person (Electrical) experience.
• Completion of a recognised electrical apprenticeship.
• Experience working within a Ministry of Defence environment.
• Experience working overseas or in remote locations.
• Experience within building services, facilities management, Defence or similar engineering environments.

Personal Qualities

• Enthusiastic and flexible approach to work.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Positive team player with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Willingness to learn, develop and undertake additional training.

Ready for Your Next Adventure?

If you're a qualified Electrician looking to develop your career, maximise your earning potential, and gain unique overseas experience supporting UK Defence operations, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and join our team in the Falkland Islands.