Electrical Qualified Supervisor

Streamline Search Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Company pension

Annual bonus

Additional company benefits

Job summary

Streamline Search Limited collaborates with an established contractor to appoint an Electrical Qualified Supervisor (QS) in Essex. You will oversee electrical standards, compliance, safety and quality across housing, local authority and private projects.

The role requires Level 3 electrical qualification, 18th Edition and inspection/testing credentials, plus strong communication and organisational skills. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Electrical QS or similar senior role.
• Level 3 Electrical Qualification (NVQ3 or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Inspection and Testing qualification.
• Strong understanding of BS 7671 and regulations.
• Experience in housing/local authority or building services.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Qualified Supervisor ensuring safe, compliant electrical works.
• Oversee installations across planned, reactive, refurbishment projects.
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671, Building Regulations and H&S.
• Review inspection, testing and certification docs.
• Carry out quality inspections and provide technical guidance.
• Identify and remediate non-compliant works.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Support management with audits and ongoing electrical compliance.

Skills

Confident communicator

Good organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 Electrical Qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Inspection and Testing qualification

BS 7671 knowledge

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Electrical Qualified Supervisor (QS)

Location: Essex
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Benefits: 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays, company pension, annual bonus and additional company benefits

Our client is a well-established and growing specialist contractor delivering electrical and building services solutions across the housing association, local authority and private sectors. With a strong reputation for quality, compliance and responsive service, they work across a range of planned and reactive projects for a diverse client base.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Qualified Supervisor (QS) to oversee electrical standards, compliance and quality across their projects, while providing technical support and ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with current regulations.

Electrical Qualified Supervisor - Position Overview

• Act as the Qualified Supervisor, ensuring electrical works are completed safely, compliantly and to a high standard.
• Oversee electrical installations across planned, reactive and refurbishment projects.
• Ensure works comply with current BS 7671, Building Regulations and relevant health and safety requirements.
• Review inspection, testing and certification documentation to ensure compliance.
• Carry out quality inspections and provide technical guidance to electricians and site teams.
• Identify and address technical issues, defects and non-compliant works, ensuring appropriate remedial action.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other stakeholders regarding electrical works and compliance.
• Support the management team with technical advice, audits and ongoing electrical compliance.

Electrical Qualified Supervisor - Position Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical Qualified Supervisor or in a similar senior electrical role.
• Level 3 Electrical Qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Relevant Inspection and Testing qualification.
• Strong understanding of BS 7671, electrical regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience overseeing electrical works within housing, local authority, commercial or building services environments.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality, safety and compliance.
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with electricians, clients, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Additional qualifications in areas such as EV charging, hazardous areas or low-carbon technologies would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.