Electrician | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Electricians fit, service and fix electrical equipment, circuits, machinery and wiring.

Working hours

Electricians typically work around 30 to 40 hours per week.

As a Electrician you will typically work on call.

* from ONETonline

Average salary
34,224 GBP *
per year

* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)

Average salary for Electrician

34,357 GBP

Average salary for part-time Electrician

Average salary for full-time Electrician

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Salary over time for Electrician

Salary for this role has increased over time

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Future outlook for Electricians

Balanced outlook

139 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

1% yearly wage growth (on average)

Balanced outlook

51% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Electrician and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

Find out which qualifications or skills you need to become an Electrician.

In terms of people already doing this job:

59% of people in this role have a Post secondary certificate
18% of people in this role have a High school diploma
8% of people in this role have Less than a high school diploma

You can take a Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation, which may help you to find a trainee position with a company.

You'll need:

the ability to use, repair and maintain machines and tools
knowledge of building and construction
maths knowledge for understanding technical plans
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
problem-solving skills
the ability to use your initiative
the ability to work well with your hands and use equipment safely
customer service skills for working with colleagues and clients
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Electrician

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