Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer

Randstad Construction and Property; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property seeks an Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer for a fixed Sunday-to-Thursday night shift at Heathrow. The role focuses on testing distribution boards, RCBOs, and downstream circuits to ensure safety and reliability during non-peak hours.

Essential qualifications include City & Guilds 2391, a clean DBS and 5-year history for airside ID, and an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation. Salary is £44,000 with overtime and benefits.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification (essential).
• Clean DBS check & 5-year checkable work history for airside ID pass (essential).
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or C&G equivalent).
• BS 7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fixed wire inspection and testing (EICR) across distribution boards, sub-mains, RCBOs, and general electrical installations.
• Carry out fault-finding, verification, and component replacement (e.g., RCBOs, breakers, distribution components).
• Complete accurate test certificates and compliance reporting using digital testing software and handheld devices.
• Identify urgent electrical defects and perform remedial repairs during the shift to clear hazards before daytime operations.
• Strictly follow safe isolation procedures, issue Permits to Work, and RAMS.

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or C&G equivalent)

City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification (or 2392/2394/2395)

BS 7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

Digital testing software

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer

Location: Heathrow

Salary: £44,000 per annum + Overtime & Benefits

Shift Pattern: Fixed Night Shift - Sunday to Thursday (21:00 to 05:00)

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Electrical Engineer focused primarily on inspection and testing to join our nighttime infrastructure team. Operating on a fixed Sunday-to-Thursday night schedule, the majority of your work will involve testing distribution boards, RCBOs, and downstream circuits to ensure compliance, safety, and reliability across airport facilities during non-peak operational hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver fixed wire inspection and testing (EICR) across commercial distribution boards, sub-mains, RCBOs, and general electrical installations.
• Carry out systematic fault-finding, verification, and component replacement (e.g., swapping out faulty RCBOs, breakers, and distribution components).
• Complete accurate test certificates and compliance reporting using digital testing software and handheld devices.
• Identify urgent electrical defects and perform remedial repairs during the shift to clear hazards before peak daytime operations.
• Strictly follow safe isolation procedures, issue Permits to Work, and adhere to airside Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

Essential Qualifications & Requirements

• City & Guilds 2391 (or 2392/2394/2395) Inspection & Testing qualification - Essential.
• Clean DBS check & 5-year checkable work history - Must be able to successfully pass background screening to secure an airside ID pass (Essential).
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or C&G equivalent).
• BS #removed#th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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