Electrician (Electrical Testing & Inspection)

City of York Council; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme with S

Annual leave 25 days (30 after 5 years

Company vehicle

Training and professional development

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Employee assistance programme

Staff discounts

Job summary

City of York Council is seeking a qualified Electrician (Testing & Inspection) to perform EICRs across council housing, diagnosing faults and ensuring compliance with BS 7671. You will work in occupied and void properties, delivering safe, compliant installations for tenants and completing certificates promptly.

The role requires an NVQ3 in electrical installation, 2391/2394/2395 qualifications, and 18th Edition, with a UK driving licence and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• City & Guilds 2391/2394/2395 (Inspection & Testing) qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Experience carrying out EICRs in domestic properties.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) in council-owned domestic properties.
• Diagnose faults and identify non-compliances in electrical installations.
• Undertake remedial works arising from inspection and testing activities.
• Complete electrical certificates and associated documentation accurately and promptly. Ensure all work complies with BS 7671 and health and safety legislation.
• Provide excellent customer service while working in tenants' homes.
• Participate in the out-of-hours emergency call-out rota where required.
• Support wider electrical maintenance activities as needed.

Skills

EICR testing

Electrical inspection

Fault diagnosis

Customer service

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

City & Guilds 2391/2394/2395 (Inspection & Testing)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

Job description

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Electrician to join our Housing team, carrying out electrical testing, inspection, and certification across our council housing portfolio.

This role is ideal for an electrician with strong inspection and testing experience who takes pride in ensuring homes are safe, compliant, and maintained to the highest standards.

Our offer to you?

• Competitive salary (plus standby and overtime rates)
• Local Government Pension Scheme which includes a Salary sacrifice opportunity for Additional Voluntary Contributions to your pension.
• Generous annual leave entitlement 25 days paid annual leave per year, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service
• A company vehicle
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programme
• Comprehensive staff benefits package including high street shopping discounts and local savings
• Supportive management who value your contribution and recognise the need for a healthy work/life balance

Location

Hazel court and the City of York

About The Role

As an Electrician (Testing & Inspection), you will be responsible for undertaking Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), identifying defects, producing accurate certification, and carrying out remedial works where required.

Working within occupied and void properties, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with current electrical regulations and maintaining the safety of our tenants.

• Carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) in council-owned domestic properties.
• Diagnose faults and identify non-compliances in electrical installations.
• Undertake remedial works arising from inspection and testing activities.
• Complete electrical certificates and associated documentation accurately and promptly.Ensure all work complies with BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and relevant health and safety legislation.
• Provide excellent customer service while working in tenants' homes.
• Participate in the out-of-hours emergency call-out rota where required.
• Support wider electrical maintenance activities as needed.

Working hours

08:00 - 16:00 Monday to Thursday

08:00 - 15:30 on Friday.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
• City & Guilds 2391, 2394/2395, or equivalent Inspection and Testing qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Experience carrying out EICRs in domestic properties.
• Ability to diagnose and rectify electrical faults.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

If you’re looking for a role that gives you the chance to directly improve the lives of local residents and want to be part of our team, we’d love to hear from you.

City of York Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful candidate to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Stuart King (Electrical Team Leader) Tel: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Closing date: Sunday 15 November 2026 at 12 midnight

Interview date: WC 30 November