Area Engineer - Electrical Engineering Assessor

Location: Field based - South Bristol, Bath and Northeast Somerset

Salary: Competitive with excellent benefits

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Noble Recruiting have partnered with one of the biggest brands in the Electrical Engineering accreditation sector and have been tasked with finding the best talent in the industry to help drive the business forward.

If you’re interested in being a key part in a dynamic business, with ambitious growth plans, that offer competitive salary packages and excellent benefits, read on…

About the role

We have exciting opportunities for Electrotechnical Area Engineers to cover various locations across the UK. The Area Engineer is responsible for building and developing relationships with potential applicants seeking registration and engage with various other professional bodies and stakeholders to promote the many services offered by our client.

The Area Engineer will undertake periodic assessments for all customers registered under our client’s Electrotechnical schemes and MCS Electrotechnical Technologies (Photovoltaic and Energy Efficiency Storage Systems) to assess their work, resources and ensure they comply with the rules and technical requirements relating to enrolment.

The post holder will be expected to work independently in accordance with instructions and guidance contained in procedural manuals.

What you’ll be doing

• Undertake a weekly programme of visits, to be centrally scheduled by a member of the administration team.
• Conduct assessments of customers / contractors ensuring the necessary compliance to the competent person scheme rules.
• Undertake assessments of applicants for registration and conduct assessment visits in other geographical areas, as requested.
• Make recommendations concerning approval, continued registration, deferment or rejection and compile all documentation required by the appropriate procedures.
• Build relationships with customers whilst providing an excellent service to them.
• Respond to technical and related enquiries from registered contractors, local authorities and others about the implementation of BS 7671 and related BS codes of practice.
• Assist in the training of newly appointed Area Engineers, as requested.
• Comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety Policy.
• Undertake any other duties as appropriate within their competence, as required by their line manager.

What we're looking for

• Can you demonstrate a high level of technical competence over a wide range of electrical installations?
• Do you possess detailed knowledge of BS 7671 and related codes of practice?
• Are you proficient in report writing, numeracy, and IT skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office Suite?
• Building excellent relationships is something you always strive for?
• Do you have excellent customer service skills, including recognising customers’ needs and striving to deliver the best level of customer service?
• Managing time effectively, prioritising your workload, and meeting deadlines is something you're known for?
• Are you familiar with accreditation criteria?
• Do you hold a full driving license?

Benefits include, but not limited...

• 25 days’ holiday a year (plus bank and public holidays)
• Company car / car allowance
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee discount platform
• Flexible and hybrid working (depending on the role)
• Home Office Allowance and Home Office Equipment Reimbursement budget
• Learning opportunities
• Life assurance
• Loyalty awards
• Pension
• Private medical insurance
• Sickness pay - Depending on your length of service, you could be eligible for enhanced sick pay which is above the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) amount.

How to apply

If you think this is the job for you, then we’d be delighted to hear from you. Apply now for an informal, confidential conversation.