General information
City/town: London Job field: Other Operations External closing date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Type of contract: Permanent ID: 6163
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.
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.
You will be working in the Building Services OU based in The Royal London Hospital in where we are responsible for creating healthy workplaces 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 are currently looking for an Electrical Test and Inspection Engineer who will be responsible for periodic electrical inspection and testing across the estate to ensure continued statutory compliance and operational safety. The role will support wider electrical maintenance activities including emergency lighting repairs, reactive fault finding, and minor works on systems such as access control and CCTV.
As the Electrical Test and Inspection Engineer, you will:
1. Deliver periodic inspection and testing in line with current regulations (e.g., BS 7671).
2. Produce high-quality, accurate test reports and certifications.
3. Support audits and ensure documentation is maintained for statutory compliance.
4. Support ongoing lifecycle replacement programmes where required.
5. Accurate, timely and complete certification and documentation.
6. Adhere to all relevant health and safety legislation and internal procedures.
We are looking for:
7. Fully qualified electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
8. City & Guilds 2391 (or 2394/2395) Inspection & Testing qualification.
9. Strong experience in periodic inspection, testing and certification.
10. Experience with electrical fault diagnosis and general maintenance.
11. Demonstrates strong practical electrical expertise, sound judgement, and compliance with regulations.
12. Ability to work safely, independently, and accurately.
What we offer:
13. 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
14. Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
15. Professional development
16. 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
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.