Electrical Inspector

First Recruitment Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site allowance included

Overnight accommodation allowance

Paid travel time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Inspector for a long-term opportunity at a high-security site in Reading. The successful candidate will ensure that electrical systems meet quality, safety, and compliance standards. Applicants must have a CSCS card and relevant certifications, as well as being sole British nationals due to security requirements. Competitive hourly rates apply, along with paid travel time and allowances.

Qualifications

• 17th or 18th Edition (IET Wiring Regulations) required.
• City & Guilds 2391 or 2392 (Inspection & Testing) needed.
• Valid CSCS card essential.
• Proven electrical inspection and quality assurance experience required.
• Sole British national requirement due to clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of electrical installations.
• Support QA/QC processes throughout the project.
• Identify and report non-conformances.
• Maintain accurate records and inspection reports.
• Collaborate with project engineers and site management.

Skills

Electrical inspection

Quality assurance

Compliance standards

IET Wiring Regulations

Education

City & Guilds 2391 or 2392 (Inspection & Testing)

17th or 18th Edition (IET Wiring Regulations)

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

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Location: Burghfield Site, Reading (RG7)

Contract Length: Long-term – until March 2027

Clearance: Must be a sole British national (no dual nationality) and eligible for SC clearance

Travel/Accommodation:

• Site allowance included in hourly rate
• Overnight allowance available if staying away from home
• 5 hours travel time per week paid, or 2 hours per day if local and commuting

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Inspector to join a high-security site in Reading (Burghfield). This is a long-term opportunity working on a high-profile infrastructure programme. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring electrical systems meet required quality, safety, and compliance standards.

Must-Have Requirements:

• 17th or 18th Edit (IET Wiring Regulations)
• City & Guilds 2391 or 2392 (Inspection & Testing)
• Valid CSCS card
• Proven electrical inspection and quality assurance experience
• Must be a sole British national (dual nationals cannot be considered due to clearance requirements)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections of electrical installations and systems to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Support QA/QC processes throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify, document, and report any non-conformances or quality issues
• Maintain accurate records and inspection reports
• Collaborate closely with project engineers, contractors, and site management
• Support audits and compliance checks as required
• Note: Responsibilities may vary depending on the needs of the project
• Competitive hourly base rate (outside IR35)
• Overnight accommodation allowance available if staying away from home
• Paid travel time as per policy (5 hours/week or 2 hours/day if local)

If you're a qualified and security-cleared Electrical Inspector looking for your next long-term opportunity on a critical UK infrastructure site, we want to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance and Engineering

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