Electrician EICR

ECS - Electrical Compliance and Safety Ltd; Inverness; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Life assurance

Pension

Job summary

ECS is seeking an EICR Electrician to perform electrical inspections and testing across Newcastle and surrounding areas, producing clear, accurate reports.

You will identify and fix C1/C2 faults, issue EICs where required, and ensure compliance with 18th Edition regulations. Travel up to an hour as needed; you’ll join a team delivering reliable public sector services.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation is required.
• 18th Edition qualified and aware of current regs.
• Inspection & Testing qualification: City & Guilds 2391, 2394/2395, 2391-52 or EAL equivalent.
• Experience working in social housing (or similar).
• Organised, self-motivated and detail-focused.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Electrical Installation Reports (EICRs) to a detailed standard.
• Spot and fix C1 and C2 faults on site.
• Install and issue Electrical Installation Certificates (EICs) when required.
• Maintain compliance with regulations (18th Edition).
• Manage own workload while contributing to the wider team.
• Travel up to about an hour to different sites when needed.

Skills

Good communicator

Organised

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Health & safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Job description

Electrical Testing & Compliance Electrician (EICR)

Location: Newcastle and surrounding area

We’re ECS, an award-winning compliance company working across homes, housing associations, public sector sites and commercial buildings. We use our experience and modern technology to make inspections simple, efficient and reliable.

We’re looking for an EICR Electrician to carry out electrical inspections and testing, identify any issues, and produce clear, accurate reports.

Why you might actually want this job:

• A salary of £36,000 to £40,000 DOE
• Benefits including a company vehicle, life assurance, virtual GP and pension
• You’ll work on social housing and public sector projects that actually matter
• You’ll have up-to-date kit
• Pay’s competitive, the team’s solid, and there’s room to grow

What you’ll actually be doing:

• Carrying out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) — the proper, detailed kind
• Spotting and fixing C1 and C2 faults on site (because “just flagging it” isn’t your style)
• Installing and issuing Electrical Installation Certificates (EICs) when required
• Keeping it all above board with the regs (18th Edition is your bedtime reading, right?)
• Managing your own workload like a pro, but still being part of the wider team
• Travelling up to an hour to reach different sites when needed

What we’re looking for:

• An NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation
• 18th Edition qualified — you know your regs inside out
• Inspection & Testing qualification: City & Guilds 2391, 2394/2395, 2391-52 or EAL equivalent
• Experience working in social housing (or similar)
• Organised, self-motivated, detail-focused
• Good communicator
• Excellent understanding of health & safety

About PTSG

PTSG Group is a leading provider of specialist services across the UK and Europe.

Through the acquisition of high-quality specialist businesses, PTSG has built a group of industry-leading companies delivering services across Access & Safety, Electrical Services, Building Access, Fire Solutions, and Water Treatment.

With over 3,300 specialists supporting 90,000+ customers across 200,000 buildings, delivering over 170 different services, we are committed to delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality services nationwide.

At PTSG, our aim is simple. To be a great place to work and a great company to do business with.

Armed Forces Covenant

PTSG Group is proud to support the Armed Forces community and has formally signed the UK Armed Forces Covenant.

We recognise the valuable skills and experience that service leavers, veterans, reservists, and military families bring to the workplace, including leadership, teamwork, resilience, and technical expertise.

As part of our commitment, we guarantee an interview to ex-Forces applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and are committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel in building long-term civilian careers across our business.

PTSG Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion throughout our recruitment process and across the wider business.

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