Electrician - Testing and Inspection

Job Title:

Electrician
- Testing and Inspection

Description:

Plymouth, Devon

£40,000 – £45,000 per annum (DOE)

Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Electrician with strong Inspection & Testing experience looking for a permanent opportunity in Plymouth?

Our client is looking for a skilled Electrical Testing & Inspection Engineer to join their team, with a particular focus on temporary electrical installations on commercial and construction sites
.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrician who enjoys a hands‑on role and is confident carrying out inspection, testing, fault finding and certification of temporary site electrical systems.

• Inspecting and testing temporary electrical installations across commercial and construction sites.
• Carrying out electrical inspection and testing in accordance with current regulations and industry standards.
• Testing temporary distribution boards, supplies, circuits, sockets, lighting and associated equipment.
• Carrying out continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, RCD and other relevant electrical tests.
• Identifying faults, defects and potential safety issues and arranging or carrying out remedial works.
• Completing inspection and testing records and ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Working closely with site management and other trades to ensure temporary electrical systems remain safe and operational.
• Carrying out routine inspections and maintenance of temporary electrical installations.
  
  Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.

• Fully qualified Electrician with relevant electrical installation qualifications.
• Strong experience in Inspection & Testing
  .
• Experience working with temporary electrical installations on construction/commercial sites is highly desirable.
• Good working knowledge of current electrical regulations and industry standards.
• Able to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Confident using electrical testing equipment and completing test documentation.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently.
• Relevant 18th Edition and Inspection & Testing qualifications are essential
• ECS/CSCS electrical card essential
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

• £45,000 – £47,500 salary
  , depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Long‑term stability with an established contractor.
• Work across a range of commercial and construction projects.
• Opportunities for additional training and career progression.
• Professional and supportive working environment.
• Company benefits and overtime opportunities where applicable.

Industry Sector: Construction

Job Type: Permanent
- Full Time

Salary in GBP (£): 45000 - 47500, Annual Salary

Job Location: Plymouth, Devon, South West, UK

Years of Relevant

Experience:

5+ years

Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education Level: 'A' level/Higher or equivalent