Fixed Wire Testing Electrician

BES Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical safety provider is seeking a Fixed Wire Tester in Manchester. You will perform electrical testing within the social housing industry, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining customer relations. Ideal candidates must have NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing, and a willingness to work flexibly. Competitive salary starts at £32,240 with potential earnings up to £60,000, along with company benefits including a pension scheme and annual leave enhancements.

Benefits

Company van

Company Pension Scheme

Annual salary review

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Employee benefits portal

Company-wide volunteering scheme

Fundraising support for charity

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Qualification in electrical installation work required.
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent required.
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude towards customers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical testing in social housing areas.
• Comply with BS7671 and company standards.
• Record electrical documentation using CRM and reporting software.

Skills

Electrical repairs

Electrical Testing

Health and Safety compliance

Customer service

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation

City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing

BS7671 18th edition

Job description

Overview

Who we are in a nutshell.

At BES Group, we pride ourselves on being the leading end to end risk management solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. That means it’s our job to help keep our customers assets’ legally compliant, operational and, above all else, safe. We’re able to achieve this with a team of only the very best, most talented people.

With safety our number one priority, it’s no surprise that our electrical division is all about electrical safety. We’re experts in this field, carrying out hundreds of essential Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR’s) and other critical inspections, for our customers every single day. What’s more, we are a leading specialist Electric Vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider, not only managing the end-to-end installation, but the ongoing routine safety examinations.

To be considered for this role you will live within and be happy traveling across the Greater Manchester areas.

What you will be doing

As a Fixed Wire Tester (Housing) for BES Electrical, you will carry out electrical testing within the social housing industry within the North West and Yorkshire area. Within this role, you will undertake electrical testing in domestic/ communal areas and carry out any associated remedial works identified.

You will:

• To work individually or as part of a team undertaking high quality electrical repairs testing and / or remedial works as required.
• To comply with BS7671 standards and company standards of work performance, ensuring implementation and compliance within electrical policies and procedures.
• Ensure implementation and compliance with company Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Utilise both our CRM system and reporting software to accurately record electrical documentation.
• You will be expected to carry out electrical condition reporting, repairs and installations to the highest of standards.
• Liaise with tenants, customers and members of our supply chain.
• Maintain van stocks and provide information enabling the improvements of first time fixes for the area you work within.

What you’ll get

• A standard starting salary of £32,240 with realistic earnings of up to £60,000
• Company van
• Company Pension Scheme
• Annual salary review
• 20 days annual leave, increasing each year up to 25 days plus 8 bank
• An extra day’s holiday to take on Christmas Eve each year
• Opportunity for flexible working
• Discounts and savings via our employee benefits portal
• Health and wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme
• Company wide volunteering scheme
• Fundraising support for your chosen charity

To join our team, you will need

• Qualifications including: NVQ Level 3 Qualification in electrical installation work e.g. C&G 2330, 2360, 2357, 2365
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing or equivalent (2394 / 2395)
• BS7671 18th edition (or willing to achieve this before starting role)
• To demonstrate a positive, diverse and inclusive attitude to both internal and external customers and colleagues.
• A flexible approach to working, you should be able and willing to work overtime to cover workloads during busy periods.
• To be hard-working, conscientious Electrician that takes satisfaction from delivering a great service to our prestigious client base.
• Good level of computer literacy
• Full driving licence held for 12 months (Minimum)

We want you to be you!

Our focus on diversity, equality and inclusion is here to stay.

Our team is made up of some of the most skilled and talented people and that’s what matters to us. At BES Group, we want our people to know that they can be their true authentic selves at work, it really is that simple.

What’s more, we are delighted to have pledged our commitment to the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

Go for it! Research suggests that some people tend to only apply for roles if they meet all requirements. If you don\'t meet every point above, but still feel like you could really help make a difference in this role, please apply, you might be exactly what we’re looking for.

To apply for this role, simply click “Apply”. We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it’s that easy! Please note, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

BES Group, where our people and our customers come before everything else.