JOB DETAILS

Electrical Equipment Tester

CompanyPTSG Electrical Safety Division
LocationOxford
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 11, 2026
About The Company
Protecting people, property & 500,000+ critical assets PTSG is the UK's largest independent provider of specialist compliance & Test, Inspection & Certification services. Headquartered in Yorkshire & operating worldwide, we have built considerable scale in markets where technical expertise, regulatory assurance & reliable delivery are key. Compliance is the foundation of our business. Around 85% of our work is compliance-led, helping organisations meet legal & regulatory responsibilities while keeping people, buildings & assets safe. Maintenance is a choice. Compliance is a requirement. PTSG employs more than 4,000 people, including approximately 3,500 directly employed engineers. This in-house capability reduces reliance on subcontractors, giving customers greater consistency, accountability & control. Delivering 170+ specialist services through 5 complementary divisions: Access & Safety Electrical Services Building Access Specialists Fire Solutions Water Treatment Together, they form one of the most comprehensive building compliance offerings in the market, available as individual disciplines or as an integrated compliance partnership across multiple sites & regulatory requirements. More than 100,000 customers rely on PTSG, from single-building owners to major public & private-sector clients managing national estates of thousands of sites. Health & safety sits at the centre of our model. Our Centre of Excellence ensures engineers are highly trained before they start work, with ongoing development keeping standards at the forefront always. Our engineers do more than inspect & report. Where issues are identified, they can complete remedial work before testing & certifying the asset, giving customers a clear line of accountability from inspection to completed compliance. Combining specialist expertise, national scale, local responsiveness & growing global reach: a compliance platform built to help organisations manage risk & protect what matters most.
About the Role

Salary & Benefits: From £29,835 Base Salary / (OTE up to £40,000 with paid travel time and overtime!) / Pension / Comprehensive Training / Company Vehicle + Fuel Card / Testing Equipment / Generous Holiday Entitlement

Who are Guardian Electrical Compliance?

Guardian Electrical Compliance Ltd is the UK’s leading specialist in electrical safety, focusing on the inspection and testing of fixed electrical installations and equipment. Established in 2010, the company supports duty holders with both technical expertise and legislative guidance to ensure continuous compliance with legal safety requirements. With a team of over 300 employees, Guardian provides nationwide coverage and currently services a diverse client base of more than 3,500 organisations.

Why Join Guardian Electrical Compliance?

Make a Real Impact: Play a key role in enhancing electrical safety across diverse commercial and industrial environments. Your work will help ensure safe, compliant workplaces, protecting both people and property.

Collaborative Team: Join a team of passionate experts who are dedicated to setting the standard in electrical compliance. At Guardian, we value teamwork, innovation, and the power of collective expertise.

Ongoing Training: From day one, we provide you with the tools, knowledge, and training you need to excel. And it doesn’t stop there—your development will continue throughout your career with us.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with industry-leading, bespoke software that we’ve designed to make your job easier and more efficient, enhancing both your experience and that of our clients.

Work with Industry Leaders: Provide your services to globally recognised brands and some of the most well-known names in the business. You’ll be at the forefront, helping market leaders maintain the highest standards of electrical safety.

The Role

As an Electrical Equipment Tester (PAT Tester) at Guardian Electrical Compliance, you will carry out inspections and tests on electrical equipment in commercial and industrial environments. You will make sure everything meets the standards set out in the latest IET Code of Practice – and keep clear, accurate records of your work for our clients and auditors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Testing and inspecting electrical appliances in line with the current IET Code of Practice

  • Recording and submitting results that meet both our standards and those of our clients

  • Following our Health & Safety policies on every job

  • Keeping up to date with changes in regulations and industry best practices

Essential Skills Required:

  • Comfortable using Seaward Apollo 500+, mobile phone and Customer Relationship Management software to log and submit test results

  • Clear verbal communication

  • Basic numeracy and literacy skills

  • Good time management and organisation

  • A flexible and reliable approach

Qualifications Required:

  • City & Guilds 2377 Certification

  • Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)

Additional Job Details:

  • Full-Time Position: Available immediately.

  • Hours: Contracted 45 hours per week (Overtime available and paid travel time).

  • Salary Bracket: £29,835 (£35k to £40k OTE)

  • Location: Oxford

Extra Information:

  • We provide your work van and testing equipment (you just need your own hand tools)

  • Paid travel time – 1 hour each way is included in your working day

  • If you’re working away from home, we pay for your accommodation, a food allowance, and 12 hours of pay per day

Guardian Electrical Compliance Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Key Skills
Electrical testingInspectionPAT testingIET code of practiceSeaward Apollo 500+Customer relationship management softwareCommunicationNumeracyLiteracyTime managementOrganization
Categories
TradesSecurity & SafetyEngineeringEnergy
Benefits
PensionComprehensive trainingCompany vehicleFuel cardTesting equipmentGenerous holiday entitlementPaid travel timeAccommodation allowanceFood allowance
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Perform inspections and tests on electrical equipment in commercial and industrial environments according to the IET Code of Practice. Maintain accurate records of all work for clients and auditors while adhering to health and safety policies.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
431
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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