Electrical Tester

To carry out electrical testing, fault finding, and remedial works in occupied and void social housing properties, ensuring installations comply with current electrical safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities Electrical Testing & Inspection

• Conduct EICRs (Electrical Installation Condition Reports)
• Perform periodic inspection & testing
• Test consumer units, circuits, and accessories
• Identify C1, C2, C3 observations
• Ensure compliance with BS 7671 (18th Edition)

Remedial Works

• Rectify faults identified during EICRs
• Replace faulty breakers, RCDs, RCBOs
• Upgrade consumer units where required
• Repair damaged wiring and accessories
• Install bonding (gas/water)
• Carry out partial rewires if necessary

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete digital or paper certification
• Record test results accurately
• Ensure compliance with NICEIC/NAPIT standards (if applicable)
• Adhere to health & safety procedures

Tenant Interaction

• Work in occupied properties
• Communicate clearly with tenants
• Maintain professionalism and respect
• Follow safeguarding procedures

Required Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
• City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 (Inspection & Testing)
• 18th Edition (BS 7671)
• ECS / JIB Gold Card
• Full UK Driving Licence

Experience Required

• Experience in domestic electrical testing
• Previous social housing experience preferred
• Strong fault-finding skills
• Experience working in occupied properties

Typical Day

• Attend 3-6 properties per day
• Carry out EICR
• Complete minor remedials same day where possible
• Order materials for larger works
• Update job sheets via tablet or job management system