4 posts available.
The Role
At Link, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our people have made our award-winning social enterprise the success it is today and as it continues to grow, we want them to be the best they can be and to reach their potential.
An opportunity has become available for an experienced, qualified Electrician to become part of C~urb’s Planned Maintenance Team. You will be responsible for carrying out all aspects of electrical work associated with kitchen/ bathroom installations, medical adaptations, rewires and EICR’s in occupied and unoccupied properties.
C~urb is a partner company of Link Group and provides high quality, customer-focused repairs and maintenance services to Link tenants and other customers in Scotland’s Central Belt. In addition, we also deliver a range of planned and cyclical maintenance activities.
There will be a requirement to work throughout Link's areas of operation, therefore a full UK driving licence is essential. You will be able to work flexibly to ensure that timescales are met. Access to a van, power tools, mobile phone, uniform, and PPE are provided.
About You
You will have detailed technical knowledge evidenced by experience and a relevant NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification (or equivalent). This role requires a qualification in City & Guilds 2382 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations and a Health & Safety passport (e.g. ECS card).
You will have proven experience in a similar electrician role and a competent knowledge of electrical installations/appliances including fault diagnosis and rectification.
The successful post holder will have the ability to compile written technical reports and a knowledge of a variety of traditional and non-traditional construction methods, materials and installations.
Knowledge of and a commitment to excellent customer care are essential for this role, as well as a sound knowledge and awareness of relevant Health and Safety requirements and an understanding of legislation and how both impact on method of work and customer needs.
In return you will be offered the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge through employee training and development. You can expect to work in a supportive, trusting and transparent working environment, with the autonomy to offer creative and innovative solutions whilst maintaining Link’ s values; Responsibility, Empathy, Social Impact, Participate, Equity, Challenge and Transparency.
For further information on the main position accountabilities and a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post, please refer to the Job Specification in the Job information Pack on Link's website.
What’s in it for you?
As an Investor in People, we strive for continuous improvement through the management and growth of our staff, offering a wide range of training and development opportunities.
For a full list of benefits available to employees, please see the following link -
You will work with colleagues who offer support to ensure our customers' expectations are met. In return, we are looking for applications from people who will contribute to our aims and work to the highest professional standards.
This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure check.
Closing Date: Midnight on Wednesday 8 January 2025.
Interview Date: Interviews are being held on a date to be confirmed at Link’s Falkirk office.
How to Apply
Our online application method is the most efficient way to apply and can be started by clicking the “Apply Now” button on Link's website. You must complete an application form to be considered for any of our vacancies but you don’t need a CV to apply for our positions. Also, if you aren’t sure about how long you have to fill in the form, you will be able to save it and return to it by clicking on the ‘My Applications’ tab of the vacancy search page and entering your username and password.
We can offer suitable alternative methods to apply if requested including although not exclusively; hard copy, Braille and audio. You can request these by emailing our Resourcing Team at jobs@linkhaltd.co.uk and detailing which format you would require.
Please note that CV's will not be considered.
Please note should an internal applicant be successful in applying for this position on either a seconded or permanent basis, they will move to the terms and conditions associated with the role for the duration of the time they are in post. The terms and conditions are outlined in the advert above, and in the job description.
We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and from anyone who shares our commitment to inclusion. Our offices are fully accessible to wheelchair users and, as a Disability Confident Leader, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
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