Electrical QS

JT Recruit; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Fuel card

Private healthcare

Pension

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday leave

Job summary

JT Recruit seeks an experienced Electrical Qualifying Supervisor for a permanent role in the West Midlands. You will supervise electrical installation, inspection, testing and remedial works while performing hands-on duties across client sites.

The role combines supervision, compliance and practical electrical work with a focus on delivering high-quality workmanship and regulatory adherence. You will lead electricians, review certificates and reports, and ensure safe practices and client

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising electrical works and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Strong knowledge of inspection, testing and certification processes.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor electricians and apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Act as an appointed Electrical Qualifying Supervisor overseeing compliance and workmanship.
• Carry out hands-on electrical installation, maintenance, repair and remedial works.
• Complete electrical inspection, testing and fault-finding activities.
• Ensure all electrical works comply with BS 7671 and legislation.
• Review electrical certificates and inspection reports.
• Carry out site inspections, quality audits and compliance checks.
• Provide technical guidance to electricians and apprentices.
• Monitor engineer competency, performance and training.
• Ensure safe working practices and health and safety procedures.
• Liaise with clients, management and site teams.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing

AM2 or equivalent

Job description

My client is seeking an experienced and qualified Electrical Qualifying Supervisor to join its team on a permanent, full-time basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing electrical installation, inspection, testing, maintenance and repair works, while also undertaking hands‑on electrical duties across our client sites.

This is a varied, hands‑on role combining electrical supervision, compliance and practical electrical work. You will be expected to carry out electrical installations, repairs, maintenance and remedial works, alongside supporting and supervising electrical engineers to ensure all work meets current regulations, industry standards and company requirements.

You will work closely with management, clients and engineers to deliver high‑quality workmanship, maintain compliance and provide excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as an appointed Electrical Qualifying Supervisor, overseeing electrical compliance and workmanship.
• Carrying out hands‑on electrical installation, maintenance, repair and remedial works.
• Completing electrical inspection, testing and fault‑finding activities.
• Ensuring all electrical works comply with BS 7671 and relevant legislation.
• Reviewing electrical certificates and inspection reports.
• Carrying out site inspections, quality audits and compliance checks.
• Providing technical guidance and support to electricians and apprentices.
• Monitoring engineer competency, performance and training requirements.
• Ensuring safe working practices and health and safety procedures are followed.
• Liaising with clients, management and site teams.
• Maintaining accurate compliance records and documentation.
• Supporting operational planning and identifying additional works.

Essential requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing (or equivalent).
• AM2 or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of electrical regulations, inspection, testing and certification.
• Proven experience carrying out electrical installation, maintenance and repair works.
• Previous experience in electrical supervision or a senior technical role.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and support a wider team.
• Full UK driving licence.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (40 hours).
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• An additional day of paid annual leave to celebrate your birthday!
• Paid door‑to‑door travel (less 30 minutes) and one‑hour daily lunch allowance deduction.
• Overtime paid at time and a half.
• Out‑of‑hours standby pay of £100, plus £40 for the first hour attended call‑out and time and a half thereafter.
• Company commercial vehicle, fuel card and M6 tag.
• Company mobile phone and expense card.
• Company pension scheme (NEST).
• Company private healthcare scheme.
• Power tools, company uniform, PPE and boots allowance.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Salary review following successful probationary period.

Additional requirement: Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS and employment reference checks. The successful candidate must also demonstrate the technical competence and experience required to fulfil the responsibilities of an Electrical Qualifying Supervisor, undertake practical electrical works and support the company's competent person scheme requirements