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Data last updated on 2 August 2026
What does a ElectricalInstaller do?
As an electrical installer you install electrical installations from A to Z. The job is also known as electrician, site electrician or building electrician. You draw up an electrical diagram, mark out cable routes, make chases and drill holes, place cable trays and tubes and pull cables for the different circuits. You place and connect an earthing system, place and wire electrical boards, mount low-voltage and extra-low-voltage equipment, put the installation under voltage and check it. You work in residential construction, in industry or on large sites, and you always follow the safety rules and work with respect for the environment. Across Flanders, electrical installers are needed wherever homes and buildings are built or renovated.
Typical tasks
- Draw up an electrical diagram
- Place cable trays and tubes and pull cables
- Place and connect an earthing system
- Place and wire electrical boards
- Mount low-voltage and extra-low-voltage equipment
- Put electrical installations under voltage and check them
- Work safely and with respect for the environment
Required skills
How to apply via Werkvolk?
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Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about applying via Werkvolk.
What does an Electrical installer do?
An electrical installer installs electrical installations. You draw up the diagram, place cable trays and tubes, pull cables, connect the earthing system, wire the electrical boards and put the installation under voltage and check it. You work in residential construction, in industry or on large sites, always following the safety rules.
How much does an Electrical installer earn in Belgium?
In Belgium an electrical installer usually earns between 15 and 22 euro gross per hour, depending on experience and specialisation. Site allowances and premiums often push the wage higher, and installers with industrial experience generally sit at the top of that range.
Can you start as an Electrical installer without experience?
Yes, many installers start without experience, for example as an electrical installation assistant doing the preparatory work. On the job you learn to wire boards, connect installations and read diagrams from experienced colleagues. A technical course in electricity speeds up that growth.
What can you grow into as an Electrical installer?
With experience you can grow into a team leader role on site or broaden your skills towards related professions such as installation fitter or burner technician. You can also specialise, for example as a cable installer for distribution networks. Each step builds on the same electrotechnical foundation.
In which sectors and environments does an Electrical installer work?
You work in the finishing side of construction and public works. Your workplaces range from homes under construction or renovation to industrial buildings and large sites. It is technical, hands-on work with variation: no two installations are the same.