Home / Jobs / Domestic Electrical Testing Engineer
Domestic Electrical Testing Engineer
Swindon, Wiltshire
See advert for pay
Domestic Electrical Testing Engineer
Temporary to Permanent
8.00am - 16.30pm with half an hour for lunch
Swindon
Salary is dependent on experience
We are currently recruiting for a Domestic Electrical Testing Engineer to join our client based in Swindon.
Core Responsibilities
Conduct Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) in domestic homes.
Perform electrical inspections to ensure compliance with current UK wiring regulations (BS 7671).
Carry out remedial works following failed or unsatisfactory EICRs.
Diagnose electrical faults and complete corrective actions.
Document findings using digital reporting tools (laptops/tablets).
Liaise with tenants, housing officers, or property managers to ensure smooth access and communication.
Required Skills & Qualifications
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Electrical Installation.
Strong understanding of domestic electrical systems.
Ability to work independently across multiple properties per day.
Good communication and digital reporting skills.
Typical Employment Settings
Social housing providers
Local authorities
Electrical compliance contractors
Typical Benefits Offered
Uniform, tools, and calibrated test equipment
Laptop/tablet.
Overtime and weekend availability
Localised working area (Within 30 minutes of home base)
Ideal Candidate Profile
Experienced in domestic EICR testing
Comfortable working in occupied homes
Efficient, organised, and able to manage daily workloads
Customer focused with a professional manner
Reliable and compliant with safety standards
By applying for this role you give permission for Purely Recruitment to submit your personal information contained within your CV or any other relevant information provided in order for the prospective employer to review your application for the specific role applied for. Purely recruitment will not submit or use your personal information for any other purposes other than for searching for alternative employment
We use essential cookies to make this site work. With your permission we would also like to use the optional cookies below. Nothing optional is set until you choose, and you can change your mind at any time from "Cookie settings" at the bottom of every page. Cookie policy.
Essential — keep the site working and secure, and remember the choice you make here. Always on.