Electrician - Testing and Inspection

Vertu FM; West of England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle

Pension

Healthcare

33 days annual leave inc bank holidays

Career progression

Job summary

Vertu FM is recruiting an electrical tester across the Southwest region (Bristol, Bath, Swindon and surroundings) to perform fixed-wire testing, periodic inspection and EICRs on commercial and retail sites. The role involves regional travel, safe completion of testing, and accurate documentation using digital systems.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive electrical experience, 18th Edition knowledge, and City & Guilds/CSCS credentials, with a UK driving license.

Qualifications

• Must have a JIB-recognised electrical apprenticeship and/or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• Must hold City & Guilds 2382 18th Edition.
• Holder of a current ECS Gold Card at Approved Electrician grade.
• Must have City & Guilds 2391-51 or 2391-52 Level 3 in periodic inspection and testing.
• Eight years’ overall experience in the electrical industry.

Responsibilities

• Travel across the region to commercial and retail sites.
• Carry out periodic inspection and testing of electrical installations.
• Complete fixed-wire testing and produce accurate EICRs.
• Code electrical observations per BS 7671 and complete testing/certification.
• Perform electrical remedial works, minor installations and repairs.
• Undertake refurbishments involving switchgear, distribution boards, cabling, containment systems, lighting and other equipment.
• Maintain safety, professionalism and client timescales; generate reports using digital certification systems.

Education

JIB-recognised electrical apprenticeship and/or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, or an accepted equivalent

City & Guilds 2382 18th Edition

Current ECS Gold Card at Approved Electrician grade

City & Guilds 2391-51 or 2391-52 Level 3 in periodic inspection and testing

Eight years’ overall experience in the electrical industry

Job description

Electrician - Testing and Inspection

Southwest – Bristol/Bath/Swindon 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