Electrician

Electrician Permanent £47,546 per annum Kensington and surrounding areas Full time - 39 hours per week

We are pleased to be working with a respected housing provider to recruit an experienced Advanced Electrician to join their Responsive Repairs team. This permanent role covers Kensington and nearby postcodes, and is ideally suited to candidates who live within or close to the area and hold a clean (or nearly clean) UK driving licence, as regular travel across the region is required.

About the Organisation

Our client's Repairs and Maintenance teams are central to ensuring residents' homes remain safe, warm and well-maintained. Their commitment to high-quality repairs and excellent customer service helps create homes that residents are proud to live in.

The Role

As an Electrician, you will undertake a variety of domestic and commercial electrical works, including fixed wire testing, installations and maintenance up to 230v/415v. You will be part of a responsive repairs service, attending properties across Kensington and the surrounding areas, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with safety regulations.

This is a full-time role working 39 hours per week:Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:30pm Friday: 8:00am-3:30pm

There is also a requirement to participate in an out-of-hours callout rota, which offers additional payment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical repairs, testing, installations and maintenance across domestic and commercial properties.
• Complete all relevant certification accurately and in accordance with agreed procedures.
• Interpret technical drawings, data and instructions effectively.
• Work to performance targets while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with Health & Safety guidelines.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience in domestic and commercial electrical works.
• Strong knowledge of electrical fixed wire testing, installation and maintenance.
• Ability to complete accurate documentation and follow established procedures.
• Comfortable carrying out physical tasks in line with safety requirements.
• Experience working in a customer-centric environment.

Essential Qualifications

• IET EAS recognised core technical competence qualification (e.g., C&G 2365 or equivalent).
• IET EAS recognised Wiring Regulations qualification - 18th Edition.
• IET EAS recognised initial verification and inspection/testing qualification - C&G 2391-52 or equivalent.

Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifications prior to interview.Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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