Electrical Test Engineer

BES Group is the first-choice trusted partner when it comes to electrical testing. Our services are delivered by the very best engineers who use their technical expertise and experience to help keep UK businesses and the public safe and compliant, simple.

We’ve really set the benchmark high with our team.  Our people are at the heart of everything we do and that’s why we invest in them year after year.  From the very best training to the most up to date tools and technology, we make sure they have everything they need to give our customers the very best service with no compromise.

‘We Educate, Innovate and Deliver Safety… One Test at a Time’

The Role

Due to growth and success at BES Group, a fantastic opportunity is now available for qualified commercial electrical test engineer to join our team in Reading.

As Electrical Test Engineer you will undertake electrical fixed wire testing in commercial and small industrial properties.

Your benefits at BES Group

£37,528 plus bonus, OTE £55,000 to £60,000

28 Days Holiday per year (inclusive of Bank Holidays), with a rising increment for each year of employment

Car Allowance

Laptop and mobile phone and all equipment provided

Pension scheme

Overtime available

Opportunity for career progression

The support of a superb employee assistance programme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Opportunities to attend company volunteer days

Company contribution to charity fundraising you participate in; we want to support charities you are passionate about!

Employee Suggestion programme, because we value input from everyone in the BES Group

What you will be doing 

You will perform high quality electrical testing

You will work to BS7671 standards ensuring implementation and compliance of policies and procedures.

You will be expected to carry out electrical condition reporting, inspection and testing to the highest of standards.

You will understand the importance of Health and Safety and follow procedure.

You will attend our Toolbox Talks monthly training sessions.

You will accurately record electrical documentation using both our CRM system and reporting software.

You will liaise with our customers and members of our supply chain.

What you’ll have

You will demonstrate a positive, diverse and inclusive attitude to both internal and external customers and colleagues.

You will have a flexible approach to working and will be willing to work overtime to cover workloads during busy periods.

You will be a conscientious Electrician that takes satisfaction from delivering a great service.

NVQ Level 3 Qualification in electrical installation work e.g. C&G 2330, 2360, 2357, 2365

City & Guilds Inspection and Testing or equivalent

Good level of computer literacy

Full driving licence held for 12 months (Minimum)

18th edition ideally - however, 18th edition and asbestos awareness courses can be offered at our in-house training centre.
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 keep in mind, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

We want to inspire everyone to see how important safety is and we expect the same from our people.  And if you’re on the same page as us about that and you’ve got the right skills, experience and attitude, you’ll fit right in.  Simple.  We’re all about diversity and inclusion and that means we want our people to be themselves.  We’re delighted to be an equal opportunities employer and that will never change!

BES Group, Your Safety, Our Focus