Electrical Service and Maintenance Mechanics and Repairers
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STARTING PAY£22,000 - £28,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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Electrical Service and Maintenance Mechanics and Repairers
Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of electrical systems across various industries in the UK. Their expertise not only keeps businesses running smoothly but also contributes to the sustainability and reliability of energy consumption globally.
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This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Electrical TechnicianAs a Junior Electrical Technician, you will assist in basic maintenance and repair tasks under supervision, gaining hands-on experience in the field.£22,000 - £28,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Electrical MechanicIn this role, you will take on more complex repair and maintenance tasks, working independently and possibly leading small teams.£30,000 - £38,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Electrical EngineerAs a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will oversee projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.£45,000+
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The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Astronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£41,500 median
🎓Electrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Electronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£35,000 median
🎓Mechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Mechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
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Music TechnologyLeeds Beckett University · DegreeAstronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · DegreeElectrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · DegreeElectronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · DegreeMechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · DegreeMechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · Degree