Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer
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£45,000 Basic Salary + Overtime + Company Van
London & Southeast (Field-Based) | UK Travel Required
Full-Time | Permanent
Looking for More Than Just Another Electrical Testing Role?
We're seeking an experienced Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer to join a specialist technical maintenance team working across a diverse portfolio of commercial and infrastructure sites throughout London, the Southeast and, occasionally, the wider UK.
This position offers a genuine mix of inspection, testing, fault-finding and maintenance work, providing variety, autonomy and long-term career development within a growing and highly respected technical business.
If you're an engineer who enjoys working independently, takes pride in producing high-quality certification, and thrives in a field-based environment, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As an Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer, you'll be responsible for carrying out periodic inspections, testing and certification of commercial electrical installations and associated infrastructure.
Key duties will include:
Conducting Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
Inspection, testing and certification of electrical systems
Testing distribution boards, circuits and three-phase installations
Identifying, recording and reporting electrical defects
Fault-finding and diagnostics across commercial electrical systems
Carrying out minor remedial works where required
Producing accurate electronic reports and certification
Supporting planned and reactive maintenance activities
Ensuring all work complies with current BS7671 Wiring Regulations
Working safely at height and using access equipment when required
Travelling throughout London, the Southeast and wider UK locationsThis is predominantly a field-based role, giving you the freedom to manage your own workload while being supported by an experienced technical and operational team. xgikmsk
What the Client is Looking For
Essential Qualifications
City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing
City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installation Qualification
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Full UK Driving Licence
Essential Experience
Previous Electrical Testing & Inspection experience
Experience completing EICRs independently
Commercial electrical installation knowledge
Strong electrical fault-finding capabilities
Experience testing three-phase systems
Good understanding of BS7671 Wiring Regulations
Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
Strong communication and reporting skillsDesirable
IPAF or working-at-height experience
Maintenance engineering background
Field service experience
Experience using digital certification software
Experience working across multiple client sitesWhat's On Offer?
£45,000 Basic Salary
Overtime Opportunities
Company Van
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Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer employer: Alecto Recruitment
As a leading LPCB approved sprinkler contractor, our company offers an exceptional work environment in Surbiton, where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for career advancement, including fast-tracking to team management roles, alongside a competitive salary and generous benefits package. Our hybrid working model ensures a healthy work-life balance, making us an attractive employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the engineering sector.
