Electrical Inspector (EICR Team) – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise EICR contractors and assess the quality of electrical testing and remedial work.
  
  


• Review and verify EICR certifications and related documentation.
  
  


• Inspect completed electrical projects to ensure they meet regulatory and specification standards.
  
  


• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and adherence to compliance.
  
  


• Support the implementation of electrical safety programs across housing properties.
  
  


• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations related to electrical installations.
  
  


• Provide technical advice to managers, contractors, tenants, and leaseholders.
  
  


• Identify defective workmanship and ensure necessary remedial actions are taken.
  
  


• Maintain detailed inspection records and performance reports.
  
  


• Support capital and planned maintenance programs.
  
  


• Attend site meetings with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
  
  


• Investigate technical issues and offer solutions as needed.
  
  


• Ensure adherence to health and safety legislation and procedures.
  
  

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent qualification.
  
  


• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing qualification (or equivalent).
  
  


• Standard DBS Certificate.
  
  


• Extensive experience in electrical inspections and testing.
  
  


• Strong understanding of:
  
  
  
  • Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
    
    
  
  
  • BS 7671 Wiring Regulations
    
    
  
  
  • Electrical Testing and Inspection Procedures
    
    
  
  
  • Electrical Safety Compliance
    
    
  
  


• Experience in supervising contractors and reviewing certifications.
  
  


• Experience in housing maintenance, compliance, or capital works environments.
  
  


• Ability to identify non-compliant installations and substandard workmanship.
  
  


• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
  
  


• Strong organizational and quality assurance capabilities.
  
  

Highly Desirable

• Experience with AICO smoke alarm systems.
  
  


• Experience in social housing.
  
  


• Experience managing EICR programs within Local Authority or Housing Association properties.
  
  


• Knowledge of housing compliance programs and resident safety requirements.
  
  

Additional

• May need to attend sites outside normal working hours for urgent issues.
  
  


• Must wear appropriate PPE and safety gear as necessary.
  
  


• Occasional evening and weekend meetings may be required.
  
  


• Ability to travel to various site locations as needed.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• £34.93 per hour (Umbrella)
  
  


• 3 Month Contract
  
  


• Full-Time Hours
  
  


• Standard DBS Required
  
  


• Bi-Weekly Pay
  
  


• Opportunity to work within a specialist EICR and compliance team.
  
  


• Diverse role overseeing contractor performance and electrical safety standards.
  
  


• Exposure to major housing compliance and capital improvement programs.
  
  


• Opportunity to enhance resident safety across a large social housing portfolio.
  
  


• Potential for a permanent role within a Local Authority post-contract, based on performance and business needs.