Electrician (EICR Testing)

Streamline Search; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Company pension

Annual bonus

Additional company benefits

Job summary

Streamline Search in Essex is seeking an experienced Electrician with strong EICR and testing expertise to perform electrical testing, identify defects and ensure installations meet safety and compliance standards. The role spans residential and commercial properties, with client and tenant liaison as part of daily duties.

You will certify test results, maintain records, and assist the wider electrical team with remedial works.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Electrician with strong EICR/testing experience.
• Experience carrying out electrical testing and certification to current standards.
• Strong understanding of BS 7671 and safety/compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out EICRs and testing across residential and commercial properties.
• Complete testing and certification in line with regulations and industry standards.
• Identify defects and recommend appropriate remedial actions.
• Carry out installation, maintenance and remedial works as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of testing, certification and works.
• Liaise professionally with clients, tenants and site teams.

Skills

EICR testing

Electrical testing

Safety compliance

Client communication

Documentation

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Inspection & Testing qualification (City & Guilds)

Job description

Electrician (EICR Testing)

Location: Essex
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
Benefits: 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays, company pension, annual bonus and additional company benefits

Our client is a well-established and growing specialist contractor delivering electrical and building services solutions across the housing association, local authority and private sectors. With a strong reputation for quality, compliance and responsive service, they work across a range of planned and reactive projects for a diverse client base.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Electrician with strong EICR and inspection and testing experience to carry out electrical testing, identify defects and ensure installations meet the required safety and compliance standards.

Electrician (EICR Testing) - Position Overview

• Carry out EICRs, inspection and testing across residential and commercial properties.
• Complete electrical testing and certification in accordance with current regulations and industry standards.
• Identify defects, faults and areas of non-compliance and recommend appropriate remedial works.
• Carry out electrical installation, maintenance and remedial works where required.
• Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Maintain accurate records of testing, certification and completed works.
• Liaise professionally with clients, tenants, site teams and other stakeholders.
• Support the wider electrical team with general electrical works when required.

Electrician (EICR Testing) - Position Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrician with strong EICR and inspection and testing experience.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Inspection and Testing qualification, such as City & Guilds #removed#, #removed# or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of BS 7671 and current electrical regulations.
• Competent in carrying out EICRs and accurately recording test results and certification.
• Ability to identify electrical defects and recommend appropriate remedial action.
• Good attention to detail with a strong focus on safety, quality and compliance.
• Confident communicator with a professional approach when dealing with clients and tenants.
• Full UK driving licence.