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Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting 2 Electrical Testers to join a Electrical Main Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based in Irvine, Scotland on a 5 months contractor under the CIS scheme.

The Electrical Tester positions come with an hourly rate of £24.00 per hour.

Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

Perform electrical testing and commissioning of LV and MV cabling systems associated with Balance of Plant (BoP) infrastructure.

Conduct insulation resistance testing (IR), continuity checks, polarity tests, and phase rotation verification on power and control cables.

Interpret single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, and cable schedules to verify correct installation.

Ensure all cable terminations, joints, and connections meet industry standards and project specifications.

Document test results clearly and accurately in line with QA/QC protocols.

Coordinate with installation teams, supervisors, and commissioning engineers to troubleshoot faults or non-conformities.

Verify correct cable routing, glanding, and tagging across BoP systems (e.g., transformers, switchgear, MCCs, and auxiliary equipment).

Follow lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) and site safety procedures at all times.

Use appropriate testing tools (megger, multimeter, phase testers, etc.) and ensure they are calibrated and in good condition.

Support pre-commissioning and energization activities under the direction of the electrical commissioning manager.

Participate in punch-list activities and resolution of deficiencies.

Maintain compliance with HSE regulations, electrical standards (e.g., IEC, BS7671), and site-specific quality procedures.Location, day rate and timeframe of the Electrical Tester positions:

Irvine, Scotland
£24.00 per hour (CIS)
Immediate start date
5 months

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