Electrical Test Engineer · On-Site

Location:

Region: Amsterdam
Country: Netherlands

Role:

  • Industry: Engineering
  • Job Type: Contract / Freelance
Working Arrangement: On-Site
Rate: Negotiable

Application Details:

Start Date: ASAP
Expiry Date: 03/08/2026
Job Reference: HCTCTT23

Electrical Test Engineer · On-Site

Freelance Electrical Tester – Data Centre Construction

 

Amsterdam, Netherlands Rate: Dependent on Experience

2-Month Contract

Start: ASAP

 

G2 Recruitment is partnering with a leading electrical contractor on an active data centre project in Amsterdam. We are seeking an experienced Freelance Electrical Tester to join the team on an initial 2-month contract basis.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out inspection and testing of LV electrical installations in accordance with Dutch and international standards
  • Perform busbar testing including continuity, insulation resistance, and high-pot testing of busbar trunking systems
  • Complete test documentation including schedules of test results, inspection certificates, and defect reports
  • Perform initial verification and periodic inspection of electrical systems across the site
  • Identify, report, and track defects through to resolution in line with project QA/QC procedures
  • Liaise with site engineers, project managers, and client representatives on testing progress
  • Ensure all testing activities comply with site HSE requirements and permit-to-work systems
  • Support commissioning activities as required, including witnessing and sign-off of electrical systems

Requirements

  • Proven experience as an Electrical Tester on commercial, industrial, or data centre projects
  • City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) OR NEN 3140 – one of these is essential
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and schematics
  • Experience testing busbar trunking systems – essential
  • Solid understanding of LV electrical standards applicable to the Netherlands
  • Familiarity with data centre systems (UPS, PDU, generators) a strong advantage
  • Valid VCA or equivalent Dutch safety certification preferred
  • BSN number and right to work in the Netherlands required (or ability to obtain)
  • English essential, Dutch an advantage

What's on Offer

  • Competitive rate dependent on experience and qualifications
  • 2-month contract on an active, well-managed hyperscale data centre site
  • Potential for contract extension or further European projects on completion

 

If you are interested in this role, apply below or send your CV to contact@g2recruitment.com

g2 Recruitment are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Our Three Pillars of Training

Academy:
Week 1 is a series of remote sessions to learn all things systems, followed by a 1 week academy process which is a mixture of classroom and deskside this will be in one of our UK offices and usually consists of 3-8 other consultants all starting their journey together.

Experienced Modules:
These are a variety of sessions curated by us designed to support consultants as they are progressing through the career ladder, the aim is to ensure consultants at all levels have access to L&D.

Junior Management Programme:
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Jaz joined g2 Recruitment in 2013.

She now leads our Learning and Development programme, transferring the knowledge and wisdom she learnt as a recruiter to the new generation of talent.

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Learning and Development Consultant

Imani joined g2 Recruitment in 2022.

His role involves developing individuals in all areas of the business, varying from inducting and onboarding consultants to working with them 1 to 1 to identify areas of development.  He aids with growth of L&D across the business, watching consultants experience and develop.

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Kane joined g2 in April 2023 as an Academy & Systems Trainer.

His role involves teaching the consultants that are new to the company the foundations of recruitment and our systems before then helping them to upskill in areas specific to each consultant. Working closely with different consultants and watching them implement the feedback, apply it, and then benefit off the back of it.

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