Self-Employed Electrician (Inspection, Testing & Installations)
EcoWatts Electrical Services – Bournemouth Area
Location: Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch & surrounding areas
Contract: Subcontractor (self-employed)
• Ongoing, flexible workload
Start: ASAP
About EcoWatts & the role
EcoWatts Electrical Services is seeking a fully qualified electrician to support a mix of inspection & testing (EICRs) and general electrical installation across domestic, commercial and light industrial sites.
Immediate assignment: an EICR on a commercial public building (with potential remedials). Ongoing work includes standard installs, maintenance, upgrades and fault-finding—with inspection & testing remaining a fundamental part of the role. Some projects take place in colleges and schools, so professionalism and compliance with safeguarding requirements are essential.
Key responsibilities
* Carry out EICRs and issue compliant reports (EICR, EIC, MEIWC).
* Diagnose faults and complete remedial works to current standards.
* Deliver day-to-day installation and maintenance: additions/alterations, board changes, small works, upgrades and fault-finding.
* Liaise professionally with clients and our office; maintain tidy records and photo documentation.
What you'll need
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and 18th Edition (BS 7671).
* City & Guilds 2391 / Inspection & Testing) – essential.
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain) and adherence to safeguarding policies for working in schools/colleges.
* Up-to-date Health & Safety awareness (RAMS, permits, basic LOTO/isolation).
* Own calibrated MFT, full tool kit, and PPE (safety boots, hard hat, hi-vis, eye/hand protection).
* Reliable transport and full UK driving licence.
* Right to work in the UK; clear written reporting and attention to detail.
Nice to have
ECS card, Asbestos Awareness, First Aid, IPAF/PASMA, familiarity with NICEIC/NAPIT/Clik/Tradify, and public liability insurance (not essential).
Why work with EcoWatts
* Clean, local work—clustered routes where possible.
* Flexible scheduling to fit around other commitments.
* Prompt payment (CIS or invoice, by agreement).
* Supportive team that values quality, safety and professionalism.
How to apply
Email with:
* Short intro/CV (or summary of experience)
* Copies of 18th Edition & 2391 certificates
* DBS status (or confirmation you're willing to obtain)
* Two recent references (preferred)
Subject line: "Self-Employed Electrician – Bournemouth (EICR & Installations)"
Job Types: Freelance, Zero hours contract
Pay: £24.00-£28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 45 per week
Work Location: In person