Electrical Test & Installation Engineer

Recruit4staff; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Test & Installation Engineer to work in Chester. The successful candidate will handle LV panel and substation testing, ensuring compliance with site requirements. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations and proven experience in testing and installation. This permanent position offers competitive pay and benefits including overtime opportunities and a fleet vehicle for site work.

Benefits

Uplift in pay for on-site work

Daily allowance

Accommodation when required

Fleet vehicle provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience testing, installing and modifying LV switchgear.
• Ability to understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Valid UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for LV panel and substation auxiliary systems testing.
• Carry out site installations when required.
• Perform modifications to systems and equipment.

Skills

Testing LV switchgear

Understanding electrical schematics

Client liaising

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations

City & Guilds or Equivalent

Job description

Recruit4staff are representing a well-established fast-growing engineering business in their search for a Electrical Test & Installation Engineerto work in Chester

• Pay: £15 to £17 per hour
• Hours of Work: Days 8am to 4:30pm (Mon-Thur), 8am to 3pm (Fri)
• Duration: Permanent
• Benefits: Uplift in pay for on-site work, overtime opportunities, pension

Recruit4staff are representing a well-established fast-growing engineering business in their search for a Electrical Test & Installation Engineerto work in Chester

Job Details:

• Pay: £15 to £17 per hour
• Hours of Work: Days 8am to 4:30pm (Mon-Thur), 8am to 3pm (Fri)
• Duration: Permanent
• Benefits: Uplift in pay for on-site work, overtime opportunities, pension

Job Role: The successful Electrical Test & Installation Engineer will be responsible for LV panel and substation auxiliary systems testing. Key duties include continuity testing of cabling, ensuring compliance with site-specific requirements, performing site installations when required, and carrying out modifications to systems and equipment.

Essential Skills, Experience, or Qualifications:

• Proven experience testing, installing and modifying LV switchgear
• Ability to understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Recognised qualification in Electrical Installations or Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or Equivalent)
• Valid UK Driving License

Advantageous Skills, Experience, or Qualifications

• ECS Card
• Experience liaising with clients and contractors on site-based projects

Additional Information

• Fleet vehicle provided when attending site work
• Daily allowance, accommodation, and uprated pay when working on client sites

Commutable From: Wrexham, Ellesmere Port, Deeside, Runcorn, Widnes, Flint, Mold, Birkenhead, Liverpool

Similar Job Titles: Electrical Tester, Panel Tester, Electrical Installer, Switchgear Tester

For further information about this and other positions please apply now. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.

Job Reference: opp-23581

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