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Permanent

Electrician (Field Based)

Gateshead
money-bag £43680 - £55000/annum
225827064
Posted 3 days ago

Job Title: Electrician (Testing & Inspection)

Location: Across Client Sites Throughout the North East (Must be based in Northeast England)
Salary: -21.00 per hour (-44,000 basic) + Guaranteed Overtime = -55,000 + Accommodation + Meal Allowance + Work Van
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity
Our client, a well-established building services and electrical maintenance contractor, is seeking experienced Electricians with Testing & Inspection qualifications to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who thrive in a dynamic environment, working across multiple client sites throughout the North East.

With a substantial pipeline of secured projects and long-term contracts in place, this role offers not only job security but also earning potential often associated with contract work.

The Role
As part of a dedicated two-person team, you will engage in a variety of tasks, including:

  • Carrying out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs).
  • Completing testing and inspection activities in compliance with current regulations.
  • Producing NICEIC certification and associated documentation.
  • Undertaking remedial works identified through inspections.
  • Installing and maintaining distribution boards and associated electrical systems.
  • Working with SWA cabling, containment systems, and general electrical infrastructure.
  • Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with current legislation.
  • Collaborating effectively within a wider engineering team.

About You
To excel in this role, candidates should possess:

  • ECS Gold Card (18th Edition).
  • City & Guilds 2391 Testing & Inspection qualification.
  • Previous experience carrying out EICRs and inspection work.
  • Strong knowledge of current electrical regulations.
  • Good IT skills, with confidence in completing electronic certification.
  • A Full UK Driving Licence (preferred).
  • A willingness to travel and work away from home Monday to Friday when required.
  • A professional, dependable approach with the ability to work independently.

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate of -21.00, translating to a -44,000 annual salary.
  • Guaranteed overtime opportunities on a weekly basis.
  • Typical earnings of -55,000+ per annum.
  • -25 daily meal allowance when working away.
  • Accommodation provided.
  • Company vehicle for work purposes.
  • Long-term secured workload.
  • Permanent, full-time employment with a stable and growing employer.

Working Pattern

  • Monday to Friday.
  • Regular travel and working away from home required.
  • Accommodation arranged and paid for when staying away.
  • Collaborating with experienced engineers from day one.

Why Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced electrician who enjoys testing and inspection work and is seeking long-term stability, excellent earning potential, and the chance to engage in a variety of projects across the region. With extensive secured contracts and future work already planned, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business with a strong order book.

Apply today to uncover more about this exciting opportunity!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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