Electrical Inspector - AWE

Talascend International; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Inspector for a long-term role at a high-security site in Reading. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting inspections to ensure compliance with standards and will need qualifications including 17th or 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations and City & Guilds 2391 or 2392. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and travel allowances.

Benefits

Site allowance included in hourly rate

Overnight accommodation allowance

Paid travel time

Qualifications

• Must be a sole British national (dual nationals cannot be considered).

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.

Skills

17th or 18th Edition (IET Wiring Regulations)

City & Guilds 2391 or 2392 (Inspection & Testing)

Valid CSCS card

Proven electrical inspection and quality assurance experience

Job description

Location: Burghfield Site, Reading

Contract Length: Long-term – until March 2027

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

IR35 Status: Outside IR35

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 Edition (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.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an Electrical inspector looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.