Electrician – Social Housing Maintenance
JOB_53813834779522Job type
TemporaryLocation
LeicesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
MaintenanceIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£28.00 per hour + 45p per mile
Electrician Required | Social Housing Maintenance | Leicestershire | £28.00 per hour
About the Role
A leading social housing provider in the Midlands is looking for an experienced Electrician to join their Property Services team. You will be responsible for carrying out responsive repairs, maintenance, and electrical fault‑finding within occupied domestic properties, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
This is an excellent opportunity for an electrician with strong social housing experience who is looking for stability, long‑term work, and the potential to secure a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
A leading social housing provider in the Midlands is looking for an experienced Electrician to join their Property Services team. You will be responsible for carrying out responsive repairs, maintenance, and electrical fault‑finding within occupied domestic properties, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
This is an excellent opportunity for an electrician with strong social housing experience who is looking for stability, long‑term work, and the potential to secure a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out day‑to‑day electrical repairs, maintenance, and remedial works in occupied homes.
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults quickly and effectively.
- Complete testing, inspection, and certification in line with regulations.
- Ensure all work is compliant with current electrical standards and health & safety requirements.
- Provide excellent customer service to tenants and residents.
- Maintain accurate records of work completed using handheld devices or job management systems.
- 18th Edition (BS7671)
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
- 2391 (or 2394/2395) Inspection & Testing
- Proven experience working in social housing, domestic maintenance, or responsive repairs.
- Strong fault‑finding skills and ability to work independently.
- Full UK driving licence (company van usually provided).
- Competitive hourly rate.
- 45p per mile (if using own van)
- Long‑term temporary contract with genuine potential to become permanent.
- Van and fuel card (if applicable).
- Supportive team environment and consistent workload.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Electrician – Social Housing MaintenanceJOB_538138347795222026-03-132026-06-11
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