Electrical Quality Supervisor

Forward Assist Recruitment Ltd; Padiham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Cycle to work

Employee discount

Free parking

Health programme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Referral programme

Job summary

Forward Assist Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Quality Supervisor for a NICEIC-registered electrical contractor in the United Kingdom. This hybrid role combines office-based duties with on-site supervision, emphasizing safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across all electrical operations.

You will lead engineers, verify certifications, support apprentices, and help maintain calibration records and testing schedules.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage teams
• Strong analytical skills to assess complex electrical scenarios
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and compliance
• Experience supervising electrical installations in an industrial setting
• Qualifications in electrical engineering or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site visits to inspect electrical installations and verify quality/compliance (min 30% of works)
• Provide hands-on support to engineers to meet project deadlines
• Vet and verify all electrical certifications prior to submission or issue
• Assist with audits/inspections from NICEIC and ISO bodies
• Maintain compliance records and drive continuous improvement
• Offer technical guidance to apprentices, site teams and office staff
• Maintain calibration records and testing equipment schedules
• Support NICEIC annual inspection as part of the QS team

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Diploma of Higher Education

Tools

EasyCert

Job description

Our client is a forward-thinking, NICEIC-registered electrical contractor seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrical Quality Supervisor to join their growing team. This hybrid role combines office-based responsibilities with on-site supervision, playing a pivotal part in driving Safety, Efficiency, Excellence, and Compliance across all electrical operations.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership abilities, a deep understanding of electrical systems, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and industry compliance. You’ll support our engineers, oversee project execution, and ensure that workmanship consistently meets regulatory and company expectations.

Duties

• Conduct regular site visits to inspect and verify the quality and compliance of electrical installations (minimum 30% of works).
• Provide hands-on support to engineers to meet project deadlines when required.
• Vet and verify all electrical certifications prior to submission or issue.
• Assist with annual audits and inspections from accreditation bodies including NICEIC and ISO
• Liaise with management to maintain compliance records and drive continuous improvement.
• Offer technical support and guidance to apprentices, site teams, and office staff.
• Maintain calibration records and schedules for all test equipment.
• Support and participate in the NICEIC annual inspection as part of the QS team.Experience

Experience

• Proven experience in an electrical supervisory role or similar position within an industrial electrical environment.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex situations and develop effective solutions.
• Familiarity with relevant health and safety regulations, ensuring compliance at all times.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience in managing teams effectively.
• Relevant qualifications in electrical engineering or a related field are preferred.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
• 2391-52 Inspection & Testing
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations amendment 4 (BS 7671)
• Strong fault-finding, testing, and maintenance skills
• Excellent understanding of certification processes and compliance standards (Preferably using EasyCert)
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Full UK Driving Licence
• DBS check clear

Skills & Attributes

• Dependable and professional with a strong sense of responsibility
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work under pressure
• Clear communicator across all mediums (in-person, phone, email)
• Computer literate with the ability to manage certification and testing schedules

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Car allowance £5000 pa
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

Electrical Quality Supervisor: 3 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds