Electrical Technician Urgent Repairs

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing provider in the UK is seeking an Electrical Technician to join their Reactive Repairs team. The role involves handling emergency electrical repairs in residential settings. The ideal candidate has qualifications in electrical work and excels in customer service. Opportunities for skill development and optional overtime are available.

Benefits

Company van

Access to tools and uniform

Optional overtime

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 2365 (essential) or equivalent qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Experience in housing repairs and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and reactive electrical repairs.
• Diagnose and resolve faults quickly and effectively.

Skills

Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Ability to work independently and under pressure

Education

City & Guilds 2365 or equivalent qualification

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

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Paradigm Housing

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Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

Due to significant growth and recent large property acquisition, we're excited to announce newly created roles within our Direct Labour Operation (DLO).
We're looking for an Electrician to join our busy Reactive Repairs team on a permanent basis.

If you're a qualified Electrician who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working independently, and takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing:

• Responding to a high volume of emergency and reactive electrical repairs in our customers' homes.
• Working mostly alone, with occasional team-ups for larger or more complex jobs.
• Diagnosing and resolving faults quickly and effectively, aiming for a first-time fix.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing all necessary documentation.
• Representing Paradigm professionally and courteously at all times.
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with current regulations.
• Keeping your van stocked and tools in good order.
• Optionally participating in out-of-hours work (voluntary, not required).

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• City & Guilds 2365 (essential) or equivalent qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Experience in housing repairs and maintenance
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• A full, clean UK driving licence
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety legislation

Bonus if you also have:

• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing

Why join Paradigm?

• Be part of a growing, supportive team making a real difference in people's lives.
• Work with a respected housing provider committed to quality and customer care.
• Enjoy a role with variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to develop your skills.
• Access to a company van, tools and uniform
• Optional overtime for those who want to boost their earnings.

Area of Operations:
Paradigm Housing Group manages a diverse portfolio of 17,000 properties located across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Greater London, and surrounding areas. In this role, you will be required to travel throughout our property network to carry out Electrical repairs and ensure the continued safety and integrity of our homes.

Ready to Apply?
For full details, including the job description and person specification, please refer to the attachment at the bottom of this page. As part of our application process, we ask that you use to personal statement/cover letter section to detail how your experience relates to the role.

Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we identify suitable candidates before the advertised closing date.