Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer

Skanska UK PLCSutton-in-Ashfieldreedpublished 10/09/2026

Description and requirements

At Skanska, we're shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world's largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.

You will be working in our Building Services OU, where we bring Skanska's purpose to build for a better society to life, creating healthy workplaces, comfortable homes and efficient facilities that improve people's lives. Through collaboration and innovation, we deliver high-quality solutions that make a lasting, positive impact for people and communities.

We're supporting hospitals nationwide, ensuring clean, well-ventilated, and heated spaces that aid patient recovery. We help cut energy use, carbon emissions, and waste costs, drawing on global best practice from over 400 healthcare projects, including the (Royal London, St Bartholomew's, Mansfield, Papworth, Derby).

We are currently looking for an Electrical Tester who will to carry out Periodic Inspection and Testing of LV Electrical Systems confirming to BS7671:2018 A1 with particular focus on Section 7 as part of the ongoing site compliance programme at all 3 sites; King's Mill Hospital, Mansfield Community Hospital and Newark General Hospital.

As the Electrical Tester, you will:

  • Undertake an inspection and testing programme both for fixed and mobile/portable equipment, ensuring compliance with the latest edition of the wiring regulations BS7671. Requesting remedial works or emergency isolations as and when required. Issue the appropriate completion certificates, to include Group 1 and 2 locations.
  • To undertake annual thermal imaging of electrical distribution boards and systems and produce accurate reports.
  • To undertake RCD testing across the sites.
  • Produce legible, accurate and concise reports.

We are looking for:

  • Good working knowledge of current electrical legislation, regulations and standards and have a proven track record of working in a 24 hr operational environment.
  • Recognised time served electrical apprenticeship in Contracting, Maintenance supported by the relevant qualification at the time.
  • IET, BS7671:2018 A1, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • C&G Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations.
  • CSCS Safety Passport or equivalent health and safety card.

What we offer:

  • 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
  • Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
  • Professional development
  • Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave)

Inclusion and Diversity

We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.

Flexible working

Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you'd like to explore.

Reasonable adjustments

We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at or call - Option 5 & 1.

Closing date

We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.

If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success - every step of the way.