Electrician (Testing)

Nelson Permanent Placements; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Permanent Placements is seeking an electrical tester to perform Fixed Wire Testing and EICRs on industrial projects around Stevenage, with occasional assignments in the North West. The role requires current Gold card/NVQ and 18th Edition qualifications, plus 2391 certification.

Candidates should have 3+ years in commercial/industrial electrical environments, with IPAF preferred. The position is field-based with travel across locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Gold card, NVQ and 18th Edition Wiring Regulations are required.
• 2391 inspection certification is preferred.
• 3+ years in commercial/industrial electrical environments; LV directives knowledge.
• IPAF certification is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Fixed Wire Testing & EICRs: perform testing and compile Electrical Installation Condition Reports.
• Compliance Reporting: log observations and provide detailed reports for auditors and clients.
• Remedial Works: diagnose system faults, perform minor repairs, and recommend follow-up actions.

Skills

Electrical testing

Report writing

Troubleshooting

Education

Gold card

NVQ

2391 inspection cert

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

IPAF

Job description

NPP are recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for both permanent and temporary electrical testers to perform duties on industrial projects around the Stevenage area and occasionally other locations.

Or client is a progressive, expanding employer within the electrical compliance sector.

This role is roaming throughout the North West area.

Key Responsibilities

• Fixed Wire Testing & EICRs: Perform Periodic Inspection and Testing to compile Electrical Installation Condition Reports.
• Compliance Reporting: Log and document observations, identify faults, and provide detailed reports for auditors and clients
• Remedial Works: Diagnose system failures, execute minor repairs, and recommend further remedial actions.

Typical Requirements

• Qualifications: Gold card, NVQ, along with the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Inspection Certifications: 2391
• Industry Experience: 3+ years in commercial or industrial electrical environments preferred
• Compliance Knowledge: Deep understanding of Low Voltage (LV) directives, electrical hazard management, and reporting software.
• IPAF