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Electrical Installation Engineer

Job details
Posting date: 03 February 2026
Salary: £40,000 to £60,000 per year
Additional salary information: Pension, Annual Leave, Company Van
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 05 March 2026
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Robert Hurst Group Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: GE038

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Summary

Electrical Installation Engineer

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Coverage Area: South Central (with occasional UK & international travel)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Installation Engineer to join our growing team based in Portsmouth. This role will primarily cover projects across the South Central region, with occasional national and international travel depending on project requirements.

Key Responsibilities
- Installation of electrical systems in line with project specifications and drawings
- Carrying out electrical testing, inspection, and commissioning
- Fault finding and rectification of electrical systems
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical drawings
- Ensuring all work complies with current regulations (BS7671)
- Occasional travel within the UK and internationally for project work

Required Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as an Electrical Installation Engineer
- Excellent knowledge of BS7671 (IET Wiring Regulations)
- Competent in testing and inspection procedures
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally when required

Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- ECS / JIB Gold Card (preferred)

What We Offer
- Competitive salary: £40,000 – £60,000 DOE
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable)
- Travel expenses covered for national/international work
- Overtime opportunities
- Career progression within a growing business
- Training and development support

Ideal Candidate Profile
This role would suit a motivated and flexible engineer who enjoys working on varied projects, is comfortable with travel, and takes pride in delivering high-quality electrical installations in a professional manner.

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