Electrical testing Electrician

Mears Group PLC; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Uniform

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Volunteer leave

Mears Rewards program

Job summary

Mears Group is seeking a skilled Electrical Testing Electrician in Milton Keynes to maintain, test, and repair electrical systems across new build properties. This hands-on, field-based role focuses on safety, compliance, and quality workmanship.

You'll perform testing, planned maintenance and installations, working to a strong pipeline of projects. The position offers a permanent, full-time contract with a company van, fuel card, and uniform.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (AM2)
• City & Guilds 18th Edition (If you have 17th edition you can work through your 18th edition)
• Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record
• Previous domestic, social housing experience
• Inspection and Testing 2391 or equivalent (2394/2395)

Responsibilities

• Repair lighting circuits, sockets, fuseboards and other electrical systems during testing
• Inspect and test electrical installations for safety and compliance
• Replace or repair faulty components such as switches, outlets, light fittings and circuit breakers
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet daily testing targets
• Communicate clearly with tenants about repairs and outcomes
• Ensure work areas are left clean and safe after repairs
• Adhere to health and safety policies and procedures
• Provide high levels of customer care at all times
• Respond to emergency call outs when required, including out-of-hours shifts
• Undertake installation, service, repair, and maintenance of domestic properties
• Use IT systems to manage workload and prioritise repairs

Skills

Driving licence

Tenant communication

Electrical testing

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (AM2)

City & Guilds 18th Edition (18th or 17th with 18th)

Inspection and Testing 2391 or 2394/2395

Job description

Annual salary: up to £42,020.69

REQ0038952

Contract Type: Permanent

Business Area: Housing Repairs and Maintenance

Location: Milton Keynes Simpson Road

Annual salary: up to £42,020.69

Electrician

Location: Milton Keynes

Contract: Full Time Permanent

Salary up to £42,020.69 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card

42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday- Friday)

We're currently looking for a skilled and qualified Electrical testing electrician to join our team. This is a hands-on, field-based role where you'll be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems across new build properties.

About the Role:

Electrical testing Electrician required. You'll play a key part in ensuring homes are safe, compliant, and ready for residents, whether that's through Electrical Testing, planned maintenance, or supporting wider refurbishment projects. With a strong pipeline of work and a growing presence in the area, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that's making a real impact in the community.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for someone who's proactive, reliable, and passionate about delivering high-quality work. If you're ready to take on a varied role with plenty of opportunity for growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Electrical Duties:

• Responsible for repairs to lighting circuits, sockets, fuseboards and other electrical systems during electrical testing
• Inspect and test electrical installations to ensure safety and compliance with regulations
• Replace or repair faulty components such as switches, outlets, light fittings and circuit breakers
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet daily testing targets
• Communicate clearly with tenants or residents about the nature of the repair and expected outcomes
• Ensure work areas are left clean and safe after completing repairs
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
• Provide high levels of customer care at all times
• Respond to emergency call outs when required, including out of hours shifts if applicable
• To undertake installation, service, repair, and maintenance of a broad range of domestic properties
• Use relevant IT systems to Manage and prioritise workload to complete repairs in a timely manner

Role Criteria:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations - to include AM2
• City & Guilds 18th Edition (If you have 17th edition you can work through your 18th edition)
• Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record
• Previous domestic, social housing experience
• Inspection and Testing 2391 or equivalent (2394/2395)

Benefits we can offer you.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more.
• Family friendly policies
• Company Van, Fuel Card, and Uniform

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.