Electrical Estimator & Technical Compliance Support Specialist

SUMMARY:
This is a hands-on technical support and estimating position for a qualified South African electrical professional with practical experience in electrical installations, testing, fault identification and remedial works.

POSITION INFO:

 Electrical Estimator & Technical Compliance Support Specialist

Support UK electrical compliance operations through technical report reviews, electrical estimating and remedial works quotations, with structured training on UK electrical standards and compliance requirements.

Remote – South Africa | Full-time | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM UK Time | R25 000 – R30 000 per month

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client is an established UK electrical compliance and property maintenance contractor specialising in electrical inspections, testing, remedial works and ongoing compliance services.

The company undertakes a high volume of Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) for residential properties throughout the UK, supporting electrical compliance and maintenance requirements.

The business requires technical support for its UK operations, including electrical compliance reviews, remedial works estimating and technical administration. Structured training is provided on UK-specific electrical regulations, compliance requirements, internal systems and processes.

THE ROLE: ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR & TECHNICAL COMPLIANCE SUPPORT SPECIALIST

This is a hands-on technical support and estimating position for a qualified South African electrical professional with practical experience in electrical installations, testing, fault identification and remedial works.

The role involves reviewing electrical inspection reports and EICR certificates completed by UK-based electricians, assessing reported defects, identifying necessary remedial works and preparing accurate quotations.

The successful candidate will also provide technical administration and operational support, working remotely with UK-based electricians, field engineers and office staff to maintain technical accuracy and efficient job processing.

An electrical estimator with practical, on-site electrical experience would be particularly well suited to this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Electrical Compliance & Technical Reviews

• Review electrical inspection reports and EICR certificates completed by UK-based electricians.

• Assess inspection findings, electrical test results and reported defects.

• Identify inconsistencies, missing information and potential technical errors.

• Review supporting photographs, engineers'' notes and circuit details.

• Identify remedial works required based on reported electrical defects.

• Escalate technical queries or significant compliance concerns to the UK technical team.

Electrical Estimating & Remedial Quotations

• Review electrical inspection findings to establish the scope of remedial works required.

• Prepare accurate remedial works quotations using the company''s pricing schedules.

• Identify appropriate materials, labour requirements and associated costs.

• Ensure quotations accurately reflect the defects and recommendations recorded.

• Highlight unclear, unnecessary or potentially incorrect remedial recommendations.

• Work efficiently to support a high volume of quotations.

Technical Administration & Operational Support

• Maintain accurate job records using the company''s job management system, ServiceM8.

• Identify incomplete reports and request outstanding information.

• Liaise remotely with UK-based electricians, field engineers and office staff.

• Support consistent technical standards and efficient job processing.

Workload & Performance Expectations

• Review approximately 20 EICR certificates per working day, equivalent to 100 per week, once fully trained.

• Prepare remedial works quotations as required.

• Maintain a high level of technical accuracy and attention to detail.

• Work efficiently and independently once trained.

• Communicate effectively with the UK operations team.

Final technical approval and certification responsibilities remain with the appropriate authorised UK personnel.

ABOUT YOU

Essential Requirements

• Hold a recognised electrical qualification obtained in South Africa.

• Have practical, hands-on experience within the electrical industry.

• Have experience with electrical installations, testing, fault-finding and remedial work.

• Demonstrate the ability to interpret electrical drawings, inspection findings and test results.

• Understand electrical components, materials and installation requirements.

• Possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

• Have good written and spoken English communication skills.

• Be comfortable working independently and using digital systems.

• Demonstrate strong analytical and estimating abilities.

• Be comfortable interpreting technical information, understanding electrical faults and identifying the work required to resolve them.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator.

• Experience preparing electrical remedial works quotations.

• Experience in electrical inspection, testing and certification.

• Previous exposure to electrical compliance processes.

• Experience reviewing electrical inspection reports.

• Familiarity with ServiceM8 or similar job management systems.

• Exposure to UK electrical standards (BS 7671), although this is not essential.

• Previous on-site electrical experience, with an understanding of the practicalities of electrical installations and remedial works.

Relevant Professional Backgrounds

Candidates may come from the following backgrounds, provided they have sufficient practical electrical industry experience:

• Electrical Estimator

• Electrician

• Electrical Technician

• Electrical Engineering

TRAINING & INDUCTION

A structured induction programme will be provided, covering:

• UK-specific electrical regulations and standards.

• UK electrical compliance requirements and classifications.

• Internal procedures and processes.

• Remedial works quotation processes.

• Company systems, including internal job management processes.

Previous UK employment or direct experience with EICRs, BS 7671 or UK electrical compliance classifications is not required.

The priority is a qualified electrical professional with the underlying practical electrical knowledge, technical understanding and estimating abilities required to perform the role following training.