Electrician

Skilled Careers; Portsmouth, Southampton; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local job sites

Immediate start

Long-term subcontracting

Price work

Sub-contracting

Job summary

Skilled Careers is seeking a skilled Electrician to test and inspect electrical systems in social housing across Hampshire, including Portsmouth and Southampton. You will work on price-work contracts, delivering EICRs and compliant reports for multiple properties.

The role requires Level 3 NVQ in Electro-technician Services, 18th Edition, PDA use, and own van/tools. Immediate start and long-term subcontracting opportunities available in the region.

Qualifications

• Must-have electrical testing and EICR experience.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services or equivalent.
• 18th Edition compliance essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out EICRs in social housing properties.
• Perform electrical inspection and testing to regulations.
• Identify and report electrical defects and non-compliances.
• Submit testing and certification within required timescales.
• Collaborate with project managers and trades.
• Maintain detailed work records and inspections.

Skills

Electrical testing

EICR knowledge

PDA usage

Health & safety

Education

Level 3 NVQ Electrotechnical Services - Electrical Installation (Building and Structures)

18th Edition

Tools

PDA

Calibration tools

Job description

Electrician needed in Hampshire

Join our team as a skilled Electrician and play a vital role in maintaining safe electrical systems across social housing properties across Portsmouth and Southampton.

Job Title:

Electrician - Tester

Contract Type:

Sub-Contracting

Salary Range:

£240 - £400 a day (price work)

Working Locations:

Portsmouth and Southampton

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrician to join our team, subcontracting work across Hampshire in a price-work position. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out testing and EICRs across various social housing properties in Hampshire. This role offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your electrical expertise in a dynamic environment, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) in social housing properties.
• Complete electrical inspection and testing to current regulations and industry standards.
• Identify, diagnose and report electrical defects and non-compliances.
• Ensure all testing and certification is completed accurately and submitted within required timescales.
• Collaborate with project managers and other tradespeople to ensure timely completion of projects
• Maintain detailed records of work performed, materials used, and inspections conducted

Requirements:

• Level 3 NVQin Electrotechnical Services - Electrical Installation (Building and Structures) or equivalent
• 18th Edition
• Your own van and tools (Calibration Certificate required)
• Proven experience as an Electrician within the social housing sector is ideal
• Experience using a PDA
• Other certificates including COSHH, Manual Handling, Working at Heights, Asbestos & GDPR (if you are unable to provide, the company will send a link to their courses)

What's on Offer:

• Price work varying from £240 - £400a day
• Sub-contracting
• Local work locations
• Immediate start availableLong-term opportunity with consistent work

Take the next step in your electrical career with a company that values your expertise and offers genuine long-term opportunities