Job Description
Electrician – Inspection & Testing - EICRs Portsmouth PO6 1PA £30 per hour 40 hours per week | 2–3 Month Contract, with potential to extend
Are you an experienced Inspection & Testing Electrician with strong domestic experience and a 2391 qualification? Do you have the skills to complete EICRs, identify electrical faults and carry out void works within social housing & tenanted properties? Must have own test equipment, own van and tools, provide 2 x sources of references. Workshop Recruitment is seeking a reliable and customer-focused Electrician for a 2-3 month contract covering Portsmouth, Havant and Waterlooville / surrounding areas. You will primarily carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), test & inspect, ensuring properties meet electrical safety standards and identifying any remedial work required. The role will involve inspecting and testing domestic electrical installations, recording results accurately, identifying defects and recommending appropriate remedial action. You will also undertake void property works, reactive maintenance, first and second fix installations and rewires where required, and tenanted properties, you maybe asked to carry out other aspects of Electrical work. You must be comfortable working in occupied and vacant social housing properties, communicating professionally with tenants and clients, and working independently. You must also be willing to undertake non-licensed asbestos-related tasks, limited strictly to removing and replacing items such as smoke detectors and light fittings. Appropriate training will be provided where required.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out EICRs and electrical inspection and testing across domestic properties.
- Inspect electrical installations, identify defects and assess their safety and condition.
- Complete accurate test results, certification and reports, recommending remedial works where necessary.
- Undertake void property electrical works within social housing.
- Carry out reactive maintenance, fault-finding, first and second fix work and rewires.
- Remove and replace smoke detectors and light fittings following appropriate training.
- Manage daily workloads and appointments efficiently.
- Maintain excellent customer service and comply with health and safety procedures.
Skills & Experience Required
- Extensive domestic electrical experience, including inspection and testing.
- Strong knowledge of EICRs, electrical regulations and remedial works.
- Ability to identify faults, diagnose problems and work independently.
- Experience working in social housing or similar domestic environments.
- Professional communication skills when dealing with tenants and clients.
- A proactive approach to health and safety and problem-solving.
- Own unbranded van, tools and suitable electrical test equipment.
- Full, current driving licence and a satisfactory DBS check.
Must-Have Certificates
- 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent) – essential
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
- AM2 qualification.
Must-Have Certificates – or Willingness to Obtain
- Abrasive Wheels.
- Asbestos Awareness.
- Manual Handling.
Candidates without valid Asbestos Awareness or Manual Handling, or abrasive wheels certificates will be required to complete the relevant training before starting. Training will also be provided for the limited non-licensed asbestos-related tasks described above, where required.
Contract Details
- £30per hour.
- 40 hours per week.
- Initial 2-3 month contract, with potential for extension.
- Work across Portsmouth, Havant and Waterlooville, surrounding areras
