Electrical Inspector - London

Square One Resources; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Inspector for an exciting six-month contract. This role involves working within a professional team to oversee the cyclical replacement of electrical services in a significant residential portfolio. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, writing detailed reports, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. If you are passionate about making a difference in the social housing sector and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to the improvement of living standards in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical contracting or consultancy relevant to social housing.
• Ability to produce technical reports and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and inspections of low/high rise buildings.
• Write condition and feasibility reports, liaising with project teams.

Skills

Proficient in written & verbal communication

Knowledge of Microsoft Teams

Proficient in MS Office Packages

Education

City & Guilds (Level 3) or equivalent

IEE Wiring Regulations 18th Edition

UK recognised qualifications

Tools

MS Office

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Inspector
Location: Islington
Salary/Rate: £45 per hour - Inside IR35
Start Date: 28.04.25
Job Type: Contract

Company Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading Public Sector clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Electrical Inspector to join their team for a six-month contract.

As the electrical inspector, you will be joining a robust and professional team of electrical engineers working in the residential social housing sector responsible for cyclical replacement of electrical services to a building stock of approx. 2,500 residential block buildings to over 35,000 dwellings and homes - including over 200 high-rise buildings. You must be computer literate and have experience in producing technical reports that can be shared with the wider team. You must have experience working in electrical contracting or consultancy demonstrating skill and knowledge relevant to the electrical social housing sector. Selection by interview and test.

Minimum Requirements
Essential

• City & Guilds (Level 3) or equivalent
• IEE Wiring Regulations 18th Edition
• Previous working experience in a similar role
• Sound knowledge of Electrical Installations (Domestic and Residential Buildings (Communal))
• UK recognised qualifications

Essential Skills

• Proficient in written & verbal communication
• Proficient in MS Office Packages (Word/Outlook/Excel)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Teams

Typical Tasks within role

• Surveys of Low/High rise buildings
• Report writing, Condition Reports/Feasibility Reports
• Inspections - recording progress of Electrical Works on site
• Highlighting issues of Electrical Services i.e. specification, regulatory, health & safety or engineering preference
• Recording journey for project
• Liaising with Project Manager and/or Project Engineer and attending Project Progress Meetings
• Customer Care - liaising with residents and sometimes working out of hours (Time given back in Lieu)
• Working with colleagues and Stakeholders i.e Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and Main Contractors
• Quality & Standards - Snagging with the Main Contractor and recording for file and record
• Handover - Soft landings process to Repairs & Maintenance

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.