EC&I Inspector

EC&I InspectorLocation: Reading, Berkshire
Contract: 12-month contract
Rate: £45.00 per hour
Working Pattern: Site-based, Monday to Friday
Security Clearance: Valid SC clearance or eligibility to obtain
The OpportunityWe are looking for an experienced Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Inspector to join a major programme in Reading on an initial 12-month contract.This is a site-based opportunity within a highly regulated nuclear and defence environment. You will be responsible for inspecting EC&I installations, witnessing testing activities and ensuring all work complies with engineering specifications, relevant industry standards and quality requirements.The role would suit an experienced EC&I Inspector with a strong electrical inspection and testing background who is comfortable working within a safety-critical, quality-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities

Inspect electrical, control and instrumentation installations against engineering drawings, specifications and applicable standards.
Witness and document electrical testing activities, including continuity, insulation resistance, functional and loop testing.
Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and ensure requirements are followed throughout construction and commissioning activities.
Identify quality issues and raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), ensuring defects are appropriately addressed.
Compile and maintain inspection documentation, quality records and lifetime records packages.
Work closely with engineering, construction and commissioning teams, as well as clients and subcontractors, to resolve quality and technical issues.
Ensure work complies with 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) alongside relevant site safety, quality and security requirements.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and associated inspection activities where required.

 
Essential Qualifications & ExperienceTo be considered for this position, you will ideally have:

A minimum of five years' EC&I inspection experience gained within nuclear, defence, oil & gas, marine or another heavy industrial environment.
City & Guilds Initial and Periodic Electrical Inspection and Testing (BS 2391) qualification.
18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) certification.
ATEX qualifications Ex01-Ex04 (gas) and Ex05-Ex06 (dust).
Strong knowledge of EC&I systems, electrical inspection, loop testing, calibration and quality assurance.
Experience maintaining inspection and quality records.
Experience working within an ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management environment.
Valid SC clearance, or eligibility and willingness to obtain the required security clearance before commencement.

 
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