Electrical Safety Officer
Wigan
Permanent
Full Time
£36,663 to £40,777
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical professional to join a Local Authority in Wigan, leading statutory compliance and ensuring the safety of residential housing stock. THE ROLE
You will lead on electrical compliance across a large social housing portfolio, ensuring all properties meet statutory regulations and safety standards.
Deliver and manage Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) and inspection programmes
Ensure compliance with regulations including Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and BS7671
Coordinate internal teams and external contractors to deliver electrical works
Monitor contractor performance, KPIs, and service delivery standards
Carry out audits, inspections, and quality assurance checks on completed works
Maintain accurate compliance records using systems such as NEC and C365
Support wider building safety compliance across areas such as fire, water, and gas where requiredTHE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar electrical compliance role within a social housing or property services environment.
Qualified Electrician with Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent)
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
City & Guilds / EAL 2391 Testing & Inspection qualification
Strong knowledge of EICRs, remedial works, and statutory compliance
Experience managing contractors and coordinating electrical programmes
Ability to interpret technical certification and compliance documentationTHE CONTRACT
Working Hours: Full Time
Length of Contract: Permanent Contract
Rate: £36,663.00 to £40,777.00 per year, plus benefits
Additional benefits include hybrid working (office, site, and home), mileage paid at 52p per mile, and ongoing training and professional development opportunities. HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please apply directly or email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) and ask for Beth for more info
If the role is more suited to someone you know, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate