Electrical Test Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Andover; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical and building services contractor in Andover is seeking an experienced Electrical Tester to perform EICR testing in social housing. The role offers a competitive salary between £38,000 and £42,000, with realistic earnings of £55K - £65K+ through performance-related work. Join a supportive team where your expertise is valued, and enjoy benefits like a fully equipped van and ongoing training.

Benefits

Fully equipped new van

Weekly and monthly performance-based bonuses

Continuous training and career support

Qualifications

• 2391 or 2391-52 Testing & Inspection certification (or 2394/2395 equivalent).
• Fully qualified (Gold Card or equivalent).
• Experience in social housing and EICR testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform domestic and commercial EICR testing and remedial works, primarily in social housing.
• Handle 4 EICRs per day (2 hours allocated per property).
• Complete certification accurately and on time.

Skills

EICR testing

Experience in social housing

Electrical installation

Project management

Education

2391 or 2391-52 Testing & Inspection certification

Fully qualified (Gold Card or equivalent)

Tools

Electrical testing kit

PPE

Company van

Job description

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£38,000 - £42,000 PAYE
OTE £55,000 - £65,000+ (with achievable price work)
Full-time | Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Fully Equipped Company Van + Kit

About the Role

Join one of the UK's leading electrical and building services contractors, a highly respected business with a growing team of over 120 professionals including Electrical Engineers! With long-term contracts across social housing, healthcare, commercial, and education sectors, this is a career move with serious stability and earning potential.

We're actively seeking qualified Electrical Testers with a strong background in social housing EICR work. This is not just another testing job. You'll work under experienced leadership that truly understands the job, with clear communication, support from contract managers, and the chance to earn well above industry average through structured price work.

Your Day-to-Day

• Perform domestic and commercial EICR testing and remedial works, primarily in social housing
• Handle 4 EICRs per day (2 hours allocated per property)
• Complete certification accurately and on time
• Install lateral mains
• Install emergency lighting
• Install 3-phase distribution boards
• Install fire detection systems
• Work efficiently while ensuring strict safety and quality standards

What You'll Get

• Base salary of £38,000 - £42,000
• Realistic earnings of £55K - £65K+ (most testers average 12-16 hours of pay per day on an 8-hour shift)
• Fully equipped new van, PPE, and brand-new testing kit
• Weekly and monthly performance-based bonuses
• Secure PAYE position
• Continuous training and career support
• Excellent job stability with long-term council and housing association contracts

What You'll Need

• 2391 or 2391-52 Testing & Inspection certification (or 2394/2395 equivalent)
• Fully qualified (Gold Card or equivalent)
• Experience in social housing and EICR testing
• Full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 points)
• No criminal record (DBS checks required)

Why Work Here?

• Stable, long-term contracts in place
• Supportive managers who’ve worked on the tools; they get it
• Clear structure, fast communication, and daily interaction with Contracts Managers
• Low turnover — this is a team people stick with
• You'll be respected, valued, and well-rewarded for your expertise