Career Development

Ryan Ward - From Electrician to Project Lead When you talk to Ryan, you realise quickly that his calm, understated manner hides a relentless drive. At just 26, he’s already led two of MEL’s most significant 2026 projects: major installations at Royal Holloway University and Eton College’s prestigious Provost’s Lodge. But none of this was part of some perfectly mapped-out masterplan. His journey started in a far more ordinary way: as a 16-year-old apprentice working for a one-

Ben Harvey, MEL's newest Approved Electrician Ben Harvey's electrical career now spans 12 years, having started in the industry at 16. Now, he works for MEL and is excelling on all fronts. When you meet Ben Harvey, one of the first things you notice is his quiet confidence. In the UK, 'Approved Electrician' is a formal grading set by the Joint Industry Board (JIB), and achieving this status requires relevant qualifications, including a Level 3 qualification, practical experie

Dan Cain, MEL Contracts Manager Meet Our Contracts Manager, Daniel Cain Anyone with experience in the M&E and facilities management...

Are you an experienced electrician looking for the next step? Do you feel that you should get more advanced work and better-paid jobs?...

A commercial electrician specialises in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in commercial and industrial...

Have you been thinking: "How do I get an electrical apprenticeship?" or maybe even "How long is an electrical apprenticeship?" because...

We finally managed to get some time-out for our commercial electricians and down tools for the afternoon on Friday 15th November. It’s...

Maidenhead Electrical Director helps to raise money for NSPCC with his wife by completing the London Marathon. Find out more.