Electrician

Salary/Rate:£40000.00 - £43325.00 per annum + Van and fuel card
Job type:Perm
Town/City:Saffron Walden
County:Essex
Sector:Construction/Property
Job ref:71518
Post Date:09.07.26
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About the Role

Job Title: Electrician - Social Housing Repairs
Location: Luton Based | Covering Luton, Milton Keynes, Bedford & Cambridge
Salary: £40,000 - £43,325 + Company Van & Fuel Card
Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are working with a leading social housing contractor who is looking to recruit an experienced Electrician to join their growing reactive maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent position with a well-established business that offers a competitive salary, long-term stability, and a consistent workload.

Working across occupied social housing properties, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical repairs, maintenance, and installations while providing an excellent service to residents. If you're a qualified Electrician who enjoys fault finding, problem solving, and takes pride in completing work to a high standard, we'd love to hear from you.

This role covers Luton, Milton Keynes, Bedford and Cambridge, so you'll need to be comfortable travelling across these areas.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out reactive electrical repairs, maintenance and installations within occupied social housing properties.
  • Diagnose electrical faults quickly and complete first-time fixes wherever possible.
  • Undertake electrical testing, inspection and remedial works as required.
  • Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations and health & safety standards.
  • Accurately complete job reports and update works using a PDA or mobile device.
  • Maintain company van stock and ensure materials are used efficiently.
  • Deliver outstanding customer service while working professionally in tenants' homes.
  • Work independently to manage your daily workload while supporting the wider maintenance team when required.

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience working as an Electrician within social housing, domestic maintenance or reactive repairs.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation.
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
  • 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification (or equivalent) is desirable.
  • AM2 qualification is advantageous.
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
  • Good knowledge of current electrical regulations and safe working practices.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary of £40,000 - £43,325.
  • Company van and fuel card.
  • Permanent, full-time position with a secure, established contractor.
  • Consistent, long-term workload.
  • Opportunities for training and career progression.
  • Supportive team environment with ongoing development.

If you're an experienced Electrician looking for your next permanent opportunity within social housing, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, contact Sommer on 07502 427533.

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