Electrician

Leicester Permanent £39,000 - £40,000 per year View Job Description
Carry out electrical repairs, testing, and installations across properties, ensuring safety, teamwork, and efficiency. Includes emergency call-outs, working at height, and site travel.Relevant electrical qualifications (AM2, 18th Edition, Level 3), full UK driving licence, and hands-on maintenance experience. Strong focus on safety and customer service.
  • Electrician - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance
  • £40k PA + Van, Fuel card & excellent benefits

About Our Client

A not-for-profit housing provider committed to delivering affordable homes and high-quality services across the Midlands. The organisation focuses on creating inclusive communities, supporting residents, and maintaining safe, sustainable housing through continuous investment and innovation.

Job Description

  • Deliver reliable electrical repairs, testing, and installations in both occupied and unoccupied properties.
  • Maintain a strong focus on health and safety for yourself, colleagues, and residents.
  • Collaborate effectively with other trades and teams to ensure high-quality, timely job completion.
  • Handle tools, equipment, and materials with care, ensuring safe and responsible use.
  • Proactively identify and report potential hazards or issues.
  • Participate in the emergency out-of-hours rota to support urgent repair needs.
  • Safely perform tasks at height, including ladder access when required.
  • Travel between job sites using a company-provided vehicle.

The Successful Applicant

  • Full UK driving licence.
  • AM2 National Electrotechnical Assessment (or currently working towards it).
  • City & Guilds 18th Edition (Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations - BS7671:2018).
  • City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Inspection, Testing, and Certification (2391 or equivalent) - or working towards it.
  • Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (e.g., C&G 2330, 2357, or equivalent).
  • Practical, post-qualification experience in a repairs or maintenance environment.
  • Strong commitment to delivering safe, respectful, and high-quality service to customers.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary circa £40k pa
  • Retail discounts and health cash plans
  • 26-29 days' annual leave, with buy-more options
  • Flexible bank holidays
Contact
Alex Frith
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6786103
Phone number
+441159348685

Job summary

Job function
Facilities Management
Subsector
Maintenance
Sector
Property
Location
Leicester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alex Frith
Consultant phone
+441159348685
Job reference
JN-072025-6786103