Electrician

  • Reed Specialist Recruitment
  • Reading, Oxfordshire
  • Jul 25, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Electrical Test and Inspection Engineer

  • Annual Salary: 41,000 (average earnings c. 49,500)
  • Location: Reading area
  • Job Type: Full-time

Join a market-leading company as an Electrical Test and Inspection Engineer and be part of their success story. We are looking for experts in Electrical Testing and Inspection, particularly those skilled in Fixed Wire Testing. This role offers a great career path, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team.



Day-to-day of the role:

  • Carry out Inspecting & Testing on customer's electrical installations (EICRs), including Emergency Lighting Testing, Fire Alarm Inspections, Mains Analysis, Thermal Imaging, and small remedial repairs as required.
  • Complete all relevant reports and certification associated with your inspection & testing using our cloud-based certification software.
  • Ensure all reports and certification are completed and submitted on time.
  • Travel to sites across the region and occasionally stay overnight to meet customer requirements.


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • NVQ level 3 or City & Guilds 2360/2330 part 1 & 2 qualification.
  • City & Guilds 18th Edition qualification.
  • City & Guilds 2391/2394 & 2395.
  • AM2 certification.
  • Experience working in an electrical testing environment.
  • Flexibility to work 40 hours per week, including evening/twilight shifts.
  • Full UK Driving Licence, with 6 points or less.
  • IPAF 3a & 3b licence.
  • Good level of IT literacy.
  • Experience with Electrical installation/project work.
  • Understanding of UK Health and Safety Regulations within the workplace.


Benefits:

  • Uncapped bonus potential.
  • 1,000 signing on bonus for direct applicants.
  • 31 days holiday allowance (including statutory bank holidays).
  • Pension scheme.
  • Access to Virtual GP for you and your family.
  • Company vehicle available for private use.
  • Fuel card and coverage of all parking fees and work-related expenses.
  • Fully maintained vehicle.
  • Provided Laptop, PDA, testing equipment, and uniform.
  • Discounts with retailers including Vodafone.
  • Ongoing career development opportunities.
  • 24-hour wellbeing helpline.

To apply for this Electrical Test and Inspection Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.