Electrical Improver

Example Recruitment Group; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 57,859,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Example Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Improver to join our team on a self-employed / subcontractor basis in Southend-on-Sea. You will visit occupied social housing properties to inspect and test smoke alarms, and carry out minor electrical works.

The role requires 18th Edition certification, owning a van and tools, and the ability to record inspection results on a PDA/tablet. Strong communication and reliability are essential for independent work in this social housing

Qualifications

• 18th Edition electrical certification.
• Experience in social housing or occupied properties.
• Own van and tools; self-employed subcontractor.
• Comfortable using a PDA/tablet to record inspections.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, organized and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and testing of existing smoke alarms.
• Identify alarms that are expired, damaged or require replacement.
• Replace smoke alarms where required.
• Complete Minor Works Certificate after replacement.

Skills

Electrical safety

Customer service

Communication

Self-motivation

Reliability

Education

18th Edition

Tools

PDA/Tablet

Job description

Location: Southend on sea

Job Type: Self-Employed / Subcontractor

Sector: Social Housing

Rate: £22per hour

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm

We are looking for experienced Electrical Improvers to join our team carrying out smoke alarm inspections and minor electrical works across social housing properties.

The Role

You will be responsible for visiting occupied social housing properties to:

• Carry out inspections and testing of existing smoke alarms.
• Identify alarms that are expired, damaged or require replacement.
• Replace smoke alarms where required.
• Complete the necessary Minor Works Certificate following replacement works.

Requirements

18th Edition .

• Experience working within social housing or occupied properties is desirable.
• Good understanding of electrical safety and smoke alarm systems.
• Able to complete electrical certification accurately.
• Comfortable using a PDA/tablet to record inspection information.
• Self-employed and available to undertake subcontract work.
• Must have your own van and tools.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently.