We are looking for a Electrical Technician to join our Repairs & Maintenance team. As an Electrician, you will provide all types of electrical repairs to tenanted and vacant properties, with a customer service quality-driven repair and maintenance service. In this role, you will be covering the Lancashire area.
We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes. As a non-profit organisation, any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
Outline of Key Responsibilities of the Electrician:
* Carry out all types of electrical repairs to both tenanted and vacant properties in accordance with job tickets, opti-time appointment slots, specifications, and contract drawings, following good practice and building regulations.
* Work with an ethos of “Right First Time,” always completing a repair in one visit where practicable, ensuring good quality workmanship.
* Organise work to minimise lost or non-productive time, proactively highlighting if you have too much or too little work for re-allocation.
* Assist in addressing workload peaks by working overtime and participating in a stand-by or call-out rota.
* Use initiative to diagnose and undertake repairs that may differ from the job required, obtaining prior approval for more expensive or time-consuming jobs.
* Work to a consistently high standard of workmanship in line with service specifications, safe working procedures, and as part of a team.
We are looking for someone who has:
* Electrical qualification – NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical Installations or equivalent.
* Knowledge of BS7671:2018 Requirements for Electrical Installations.
* Full UK Manual driver's licence.
* Experience working competently as a qualified Electrician/Electrical Technician along with other associated building disciplines.
* Relevant post-qualification experience.
* Experience in a customer service environment.
* Experience in maximising the number of jobs and repairs completed in one visit.
In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Electrician role:
* Responsibility for the Lancashire area.
* Starting salary: £34,437 per annum - Upon successful completion of the probationary period, the salary will increase to £38,414, depending on qualifications.
* Opportunity for full-time, permanent employment.
* Company van.
* 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 over 5 years’ service) + bank holidays.
* A flexible working environment with a range of family-friendly policies.
* 37 hours per week.
* Additional earnings due to call-out rota.
* Wide range of professional and personal development training opportunities.
* Attractive pension scheme.
* A range of financial, health, and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing, and financial advice.
* To view the full range of our benefits, click on the Employee Benefits Link.
THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay!
Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.
Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
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