Electricians and electrical fitters Pay Data UK — 2024

Electricians and electrical fitters roles in the UK earn a median of £38,316 per year, equivalent to £18.02 per hour as of 2024. This represents a 8.2% increase in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £31,416 to £53,358 per year.

How Pay Varies Across the UK

Each bar shows how many areas of the UK have a median annual pay in that range for Electricians and electrical fitters roles. The dashed line marks the national median.

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About Electricians and electrical fitters

Electricians and electrical fitters assemble parts in the manufacture of electrical and electronic equipment, and install, maintain, and repair electrical plant, machinery, appliances and wiring.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• examines drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams to determine the method and sequence of operations
• selects, cuts and lays wires and connects to sockets, plugs or terminals by crimping, soldering, brazing or bolting
• cuts, bends and installs electrical conduit
• assembles parts and sub-assemblies using hand tools and by brazing, riveting or welding
• installs electrical plant, machinery and other electrical fixtures and appliances such as fuse boxes, generators, light sockets etc.
• examines electrical plant or machinery, domestic appliances and other electrical assembly for faults using test equipment and replaces worn parts and faulty wiring

Entry Routes and Qualifications

Academic qualifications may not be required, though some GCSEs/S grades or an equivalent qualification may be an advantage. Relevant NVQs/SVQs are available at levels 1, 2 and 3. Apprenticeships combining practical work experience and technical training are available at levels 2 and 3. Entrants must have good eyesight and normal colour vision.

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Salary data is sourced from official UK pay datasets and updated periodically.