Direct Works Electrician

Cunninghame Housing Association; Ardrossan; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization in Ardrossan seeks a skilled Electrician to join their Direct Works Team. The role involves various electrical repairs and inspections, ensuring compliance and safety. Candidates should have a recognized electrical qualification and technical skills in current legislation. Benefits include a competitive salary of £38,202 per annum, a work vehicle, power tools, a health care scheme, generous leave, and a pension plan. Closing date for applications is January 12, 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Work vehicle provided

Power tools supplied

Health care scheme

40 days leave

Pension scheme with 10% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and confident professional.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Competence in inspection and testing.

Responsibilities

• Carry out various electrical repairs and improvements.
• Undertake electrical inspections ensuring compliance and safety.

Skills

Customer-focused service

Technical skills in electrical work

Knowledge of health & safety practices

Education

Recognised electrical qualification

Job description

Vacancy

Electrician – Join Our Direct Works Team

Are you a skilled Electrician looking for a role where your expertise truly makes a difference? At Cunninghame Housing Association, we’re passionate about delivering high‑quality services to our tenants and communities. Reporting to our Direct Works Manager and working as part of our Direct Works Team, you’ll play a vital role in helping us achieve our mission, vision, and values while contributing to our strategic goals.

What you’ll do:

• Provide an efficient, customer‑focused service by carrying out a variety of electrical repairs and improvement works for our Direct Works clients.
• Undertake a programme of electrical inspections and testing within the Association’s housing stock, ensuring compliance and safety at all times.

What we’re looking for:

• A self‑motivated and confident professional with a recognised electrical qualification.
• Strong technical skills and knowledge of current legislation and health & safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dedicated repairs team to deliver a first‑class maintenance and improvement service.
• Competence in inspection and testing, with the qualifications required to certify work in line with regulations.
• A full driving licence is essential for this role.

Why join us?

• Be part of a respected organisation that values its people and invests in their development.
• Work in a supportive team environment where your skills and ideas are appreciated.
• Enjoy a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact in our communities.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a team that cares about quality and customer satisfaction, we’d love to hear from you!

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: £38,202 per annum (pro‑rated for 6 months).
• Work Vehicle Provided (not for personal use).
• Power Tools supplied.
• Company Health Care Scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 40 days.
• Company pension scheme with 10% employer contribution.

If this sounds like the role for you, see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details of the role or click “Apply Now”.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12 noon on Monday 12 January 2026.

CHA is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.