Regional Electrician - Fixed-Wire Testing & EICRs

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

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.