5249 Electrical and electronic trades n.e.c.

In short

• ONS unit group 5249, in minor group 524 (Electrical and electronic trades) and major group 5 (Skilled trades occupations).
• Appendix Skilled Occupations (figures as at 3 August 2026, re-checked 26 October 2026): Transitional tables only: Table 1a, Table 2aa.
• Going rate as the tables print it:
  • Table 1a, Going rate (SW – options A and D): £45,800 (£23.49 per hour)
  • Table 2aa, Going rate (SW – options F and I, GBM and SCU): £35,600 (£18.26 per hour)

What the ONS says

Description

Job holders in this group perform a variety of electrical and electronic occupations not elsewhere classified in minor group 524: Electrical and electronic trades.

Typical entry routes

There are no formal academic requirements although entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades. Training is usually by apprenticeship and combines practical work experience and technical training. Relevant NVQs/ SVQs are available at levels 2 and 3. Manufacturers may run specialised courses related to their products.

Tasks

• examines drawings, wiring diagrams and specifications to determine appropriate methods and sequence of operations
• places prepared parts and sub-assemblies in position, checks their alignment and secures with hand tools to install x-ray and medical equipment, aircraft instruments and other electronic equipment
• removes protective sheath from wires and cables and connects by brazing, soldering or crimping and applies conductor insulation and protective coverings
• assists with the erection of wood poles or steel towers to carry overhead lines
• connects and installs transformers, fuse gear, lightning arrestors, aircraft warning lights, cable boxes and other equipment
• connects cables to test equipment and tests for balance, resistance, insulation and any defects
• locates and repairs faults to lines and ancillary equipment

Related job titles

• Communication engineer
• Electronics engineer
• Field engineer
• Linesman

What the Appendix Skilled Occupations says

The Appendix lists this code in the tables below, with the tables’ own caption and the row as printed. Read the full table, and any condition in it, on GOV.UK.

Table 1a: Additional eligible SOC 2020 occupation codes and related going rates for Skilled Worker applicants granted permission under the rules in place before 22 July 2025

SOC 2020 occupation code

5249 Electrical and electronic trades not elsewhere classified

Examples of related job titles (non-exclusive)

• Broadcast and communications technicians
• Overhead line workers
• Signal workers
• Electrical and electronic trades not elsewhere classified

Going rate (SW – options A and D)

£45,800 (£23.49 per hour)

90% of going rate (SW – option B)

Not applicable

80% of going rate (SW – option C)

Not applicable

70% of going rate (SW – option E)

£33,400 (£17.13 per hour)

Eligible for PhD points (SW)?

No

Table 2aa: Additional eligible SOC 2020 occupation codes and related going rates for Skilled Worker applicants granted permission under the rules in place before 22 July 2025

SOC 2020 occupation code

5249 Electrical and electronic trades not elsewhere classified

Equivalent SOC 2010 occupation code(s)

5249

Examples of related job titles (non-exclusive)

• Broadcast and communications technicians
• Overhead line workers
• Signal workers
• Electrical and electronic trades not elsewhere classified

Going rate (SW – options F and I, GBM and SCU)

£35,600 (£18.26 per hour)

90% of going rate (SW – option G)

Not applicable

80% of going rate (SW – option H)

Not applicable

70% of going rate (SW – option J, GTR)

£25,000 (£12.82 per hour)

Eligible for PhD points (SW)?

No

Other unit groups in minor group 524

• 5241 Electricians and electrical fitters
• 5242 Telecoms and related network installers and repairers
• 5243 Tv, video and audio servicers and repairers
• 5244 Computer system and equipment installers and servicers
• 5245 Security system installers and repairers
• 5246 Electrical service and maintenance mechanics and repairers

Sources

Occupation text: Office for National Statistics, SOC 2020 Volume 1: structure and descriptions of unit groups (file dated 27 August 2026, version V13). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Open Government Licence v3.0. Tables: Home Office, Immigration Rules Appendix Skilled Occupations on GOV.UK, page updated 3 August 2026; re-checked against the page updated 8 October 2026 on 26 October 2026, tables unchanged.

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