Electrician - Testing and Inspection

Vertu FM; City of Edinburgh, Perth; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle

Pension

Healthcare

33 days annual leave

Career progression

Job summary

Vertu FM is seeking an Electrician – Testing and Inspection to service Edinburgh/Perth region across commercial and retail sites. You will perform fixed-wire testing, periodic inspections, and produce compliant EICRs, with remedial works as needed.

The role requires across-region travel, strong knowledge of BS 7671, and a minimum of eight years in the electrical trade including I&T experience. A full UK driving licence is essential and a company car is provided.

Qualifications

• Must hold a JIB-recognised electrical apprenticeship and/or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation.
• Hold City & Guilds 2382 18th Edition qualification.
• Current ECS Gold Card at Approved Electrician grade.
• City & Guilds 2391-51 or 2391-52 Level 3 qualification in periodic inspection and testing.

Responsibilities

• Travel across the region to various commercial and retail sites.
• Carry out periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations.
• Complete fixed‑wire testing and produce accurate, fully completed EICRs.
• Identify, assess and correctly code electrical observations in accordance with BS 7671.
• Complete testing and certification independently, ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant.
• Carry out associated electrical remedial works, minor installations and repairs.
• Undertake refurbishment and installation works involving: electrical switchgear, distribution boards, mains and sub‑mains cabling, containment systems, lighting, other electrical equipment.
• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Use laptops, tablets and digital certification systems to complete reports and documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, professionally and within agreed client timescales.
• Maintain current technical knowledge through CPD and BS 7671 updates.

Skills

IT literacy

Full UK driving licence

Education

JIB-recognised electrical apprenticeship and/or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

City & Guilds 2382 18th Edition

ECS Gold Card – Approved Electrician

City & Guilds 2391-51/2391-52 Level 3 (Periodic inspection and testing)

Job description

Electrician - Testing and Inspection

East Scotland - Edinburgh/Perth and surroundings

Permanent Full Time

Salary £41,822 Plus Vehicle and Excellent Package

We are working with a well-known and highly reputable facilities management contractor that is expanding its electrical division following continued growth and new contract wins.

The successful candidate will work across a regional portfolio of commercial and retail sites, carrying out fixed‑wire testing, periodic inspection and testing, EICRs and associated remedial works.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel across the region to various commercial and retail sites.
• Carry out periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations.
• Complete fixed‑wire testing and produce accurate, fully completed EICRs.
• Identify, assess and correctly code electrical observations in accordance with BS 7671.
• Complete testing and certification independently, ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant.
• Carry out associated electrical remedial works, minor installations and repairs.
• Undertake refurbishment and installation works involving:
  • Electrical switchgear
  • Distribution boards
  • Mains and sub‑mains cabling
  • Containment systems
  • Lighting
  • Other electrical equipment
• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Use laptops, tablets and digital certification systems to complete reports and documentation.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, professionally and within agreed client timescales.
• Maintain current technical knowledge through relevant continuing professional development.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must meet all of the following minimum requirements:

• JIB-recognised electrical apprenticeship and/or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, or an accepted equivalent.
• City & Guilds 2382 18th Edition qualification.
• Current ECS Gold Card at Approved Electrician grade.
• City & Guilds 2391-51 or 2391-52 Level 3 qualification in periodic inspection and testing.

Candidates holding an alternative inspection and testing qualification must provide the exact qualification title and reference for approval before being considered.

• At least eight years overall experience within the electrical industry.
• At least two years demonstrable experience carrying out periodic inspection and testing.
• Proven experience producing complete and accurate EICRs independently.
• Recent experience completing commercial or retail EICR work.
• Strong working knowledge of BS 7671.
• Sound understanding of inspection and testing procedures and observation coding.
• Evidence of ongoing relevant CPD and up-to-date knowledge of changes to BS 7671.
• Good computer literacy and the ability to use laptops, tablets and digital certification systems.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexible approach to working hours, as occasional out‑of‑hours work may be required.

Package:

• Starting salary of £41,822
• Vehicle - car
• Travel paid except for 1st and last hour of the day
• Monday - Friday 40 hours per week
• Pension
• Healthcare
• 33 days annual leave inc bank holidays
• Genuine progression with an established business