EV Charge Point Installer -Electrician

EV Installation Engineer – Join Riviera Electrical

Pay: £42,000 per year basic salary

Overtime opportunities are always available

Riviera Electrical Limited are looking for a qualified and experienced EV Installation Engineer to join our growing team across Devon and the South West.

Due to continued growth and increasing demand for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, we are looking for a skilled, motivated and customer-focused engineer who can deliver high-quality EV charge point installations while maintaining the professional standards our customers expect from Riviera Electrical.

We are offering a full-time employed position with a basic salary of £42,000 per year, together with regular opportunities for overtime. We are also interested in hearing from experienced self-employed engineers and subcontractors who may be available to support our growing workload.

About the Role

As an EV Installation Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of electric vehicle charging equipment at domestic and commercial properties throughout Devon and the South West.

You will represent Riviera Electrical on site and will be expected to deliver neat, safe and professional installations while providing excellent customer service.

The role will include carrying out site assessments, selecting suitable charge point locations and cable routes, installing cabling, containment, protective devices and associated electrical equipment, commissioning EV charge points and completing all required electrical testing and certification.

You will also be responsible for diagnosing faults, carrying out remedial works where required and ensuring every installation complies with BS 7671 Wiring Regulations, manufacturer requirements and current health and safety standards.

Following installation, you will provide customers with a clear handover and demonstration of their new EV charging equipment, ensuring they understand the basic operation of the charger and associated app where applicable.

Experience and Qualifications

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and a current 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.

Previous experience carrying out EV charge point installations is required, together with good electrical installation knowledge, strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities and the confidence to work independently.

Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential, as you will be working directly with customers in their homes and businesses and representing Riviera Electrical on a daily basis.

An EV Charging Qualification such as City & Guilds 2919 or equivalent would be preferred, along with an Inspection and Testing qualification such as City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent.

An ECS Gold Card would also be advantageous.

Experience installing and commissioning manufacturers such as Ohme, Hypervolt, Zappi and Easee would be particularly beneficial.

What We Offer

The employed position offers a £42,000 basic annual salary with additional overtime opportunities regularly available.

You will receive a company van for work use, a company credit card, company pension, uniform and PPE.

We also provide private healthcare, including optical and dental cover.

The standard working week is 42 hours, with additional overtime available for engineers who wish to increase their earnings.

Riviera Electrical is continuing to grow within the EV and renewable energy sector, providing opportunities for ongoing training and development as new products and technologies enter the market.

Job Details

This is a full-time, field-based role covering Devon and the wider South West.

We are also interested in hearing from experienced subcontractors looking for regular EV installation work.

Job Type: Full-time employed or subcontractor opportunities available.

Basic Salary: £42,000 per year for the employed position.

Overtime: Regular overtime opportunities available.

Work Location: Field-based throughout Devon and the South West.

If you are an experienced electrician or EV Installation Engineer who takes pride in producing high-quality work and providing excellent customer service, we would love to hear from you.

Join Riviera Electrical Limited and become part of a growing team working at the forefront of the UK's transition to electric vehicles.