Remote Electrical Technical Reviewer / Inspector (EICR)

About the role

A UK electrical and property maintenance company that provides electrical inspections, safety certification and remedial services to residential property portfolios is recruiting, via Remote Choice, an experienced electrical professional to support its UK operations remotely. The client handles a high volume of Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs). The role reviews electrical inspection documentation submitted by field electricians, checks reports for accuracy and completeness, and prepares quotations for corrective work. It is a technical position, not a general administration or data-entry role.

Key responsibilities

• Review completed EICRs and other electrical certificates, checking that inspection records, circuit details and test measurements are correctly documented
• Identify missing information, unusual readings and inconsistencies, and check observations against UK BS 7671 Wiring Regulations
• Liaise with electricians to resolve reporting errors and escalate technical concerns to the UK technical management team
• Assess remedial work, determine materials and labour, prepare itemised quotations using approved pricing and enter them into Xero
• Manage the flow of certificates from submission to technical approval, update job records in ServiceM8 and assist with technical administration and compliance tasks

Required profile

• Previous hands-on electrical experience or substantial experience in an electrical technical role
• Recognised electrical qualification, diploma or equivalent practical training
• Good understanding of electrical installations, circuit protection, testing and fault identification
• Ability to interpret inspection reports and test measurements, and to identify faults and suitable remedial solutions
• Strong attention to detail, good written and spoken English and confident computer skills
• Desirable: former electrician, inspector, supervisor or technician; familiarity with BS 7671 and EICRs; knowledge of electrical materials and labour requirements; experience with job-management or accounting software

What we offer

• Training on internal procedures, UK EICR reporting requirements, defect classification guidance, pricing structures and software systems
• Remote work from South Africa; salary depends on experience