Fixed Wire Testing Engineer

Skillmatch Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillmatch Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Fixed Wire Testing Engineer to join a leading facilities management contractor in the UK. You will deliver fixed wire testing, inspections, and certification across estate buildings, ensuring compliance with current electrical regulations and SLAs.

With NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation and 18th Edition, you will interpret drawings, maintain safety standards, and report on findings.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent qualification.
• City & Guilds 2391 or 2392 Inspection and Testing qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (latest amendments).
• Full, clean UK Driving Licence.
• Proven experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and remedial works.
• Strong fixed wire testing and inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fixed wire testing, inspection, and certification activities across estate buildings in accordance with current electrical regulations.
• Ensure electrical installations are maintained in a safe condition and remain fully compliant with statutory and contractual requirements.
• Achieve and maintain Electrical Nominated Person status as required for service delivery.
• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance tasks within agreed SLAs and KPIs.
• Proactively manage reactive repair activities to minimise aged tasks and ensure timely completion of all work orders.
• Complete engineering worksheets, reports, certificates, and documentation accurately and within required timescales.
• Maintain a consistently high standard of workmanship, technical quality, and customer service.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, colleagues, subcontractors, and suppliers to support effective service delivery.
• Maintain company vehicles, testing equipment, tools, and records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Identify and report opportunities for additional works outside the existing contract scope.
• Support the preparation of quotations, estimates, and technical information for reactive and project works when required.
• Ensure all works are delivered in the safest, most efficient, and cost-effective manner while maintaining quality standards.
• Submit timesheets and associated documentation promptly for management review and approval.

Skills

Fixed wire testing

Electrical installation

Reading schematics

Regulatory compliance

Client communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

City & Guilds 2391/2392 Inspection and Testing

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Due to an increase in upcoming projects, there is now a need for an Fixed Wire Testing Engineer to join this highly successful and forward-thinking organisation.

Our client is one of the largest facilities management and maintenance contractors in the UK, offering market leading opportunities for talented professionals looking for long term career progression.

We are looking for an Fixed Wire Testing Engineer who wants to work in a diverse role where no two days are the same.

As the Fixed Wire Testing Engineer, you will provide the delivery of both planned and reactive FM maintenance services.

The Fixed Wire Testing Engineer, will be responsible for:

• Carry out fixed wire testing, inspection, and certification activities across estate buildings in accordance with current electrical regulations.
• Ensure electrical installations are maintained in a safe condition and remain fully compliant with statutory and contractual requirements.
• Achieve and maintain Electrical Nominated Person status as required for service delivery.
• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance tasks within agreed service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Proactively manage reactive repair activities to minimise aged tasks and ensure timely completion of all work orders.
• Complete engineering worksheets, reports, certificates, and documentation accurately and within required timescales.
• Maintain a consistently high standard of workmanship, technical quality, and customer service.
• Build positive working relationships with clients, colleagues, subcontractors, and suppliers to support effective service delivery.
• Maintain company vehicles, testing equipment, tools, and records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Identify and report opportunities for additional works outside the existing contract scope.
• Support the preparation of quotations, estimates, and technical information for reactive and project works when required.
• Ensure all works are delivered in the safest, most efficient, and cost-effective manner while maintaining quality standards.
• Submit timesheets and associated documentation promptly for management review and approval.

To be successful for this Fixed Wire Testing Engineer role you must have:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent recognised qualification.
• City & Guilds 2391 or 2392 Inspection and Testing qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification (including latest amendments).
• Full, clean UK Driving Licence.
• Proven experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and remedial works.
• Strong practical experience in fixed wire testing and inspection.
• Good understanding of current electrical legislation, standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience working safely within regulated or high-compliance environments.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and electrical schematics.

If you feel you have the necessary skills set and experience to perform this Fixed Wire Testing Engineer, and you are interested in an opportunity offering unparalleled career development,