Electrician

Mears; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Share save scheme

Life Assurance

Occupational health support

Discounts with leading retailers

Job summary

Mears is seeking a skilled Electrician to join our team in Peterborough. This field-based role covers maintenance, repair and installation of electrical systems in tenanted properties and requires NVQ3 with AM2 and 18th edition certification.

You will diagnose faults, perform rewires, and ensure safety compliance while delivering high-quality customer care. A company van and fuel card accompany the salary.

Qualifications

• Hold NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations with AM2 or equivalent.
• Have City & Guilds 18th Edition (or complete 18th after 17th edition) and Inspection and Testing 2391 or 2394/2395.
• Own a full UK driving licence with a clean record; experience in domestic social housing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace faulty electrical accessories (socket outlets, lights, switches, extractor fans).
• Inspect, test and certify electrical installations to compliance standards.
• Carry out first fix electrical works and full/partial rewires as required.
• Install additional outlets, cabling and accessories; manage workloads to meet targets.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Domestic housing experience

Proactive and dependable

Customer-focused communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations including AM2

City & Guilds 18th Edition

Inspection and Testing 2391 (2394/2395)

Job description

Annual salary: up to £39,824.20

Electrician

Location: Peterborough

Contract: Full Time Permanent

Salary up to £39,824.20 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card

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

We are currently seeking a skilled and qualified Electrician to join our team in Peterborough. This is a practical, field-based role working primarily within tenanted properties, where you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and installation of electrical systems.

You will play a key role in ensuring homes are safe, compliant and fit for occupation, delivering reactive repairs, planned maintenance and supporting wider refurbishment programmes. With a strong pipeline of work and an expanding presence in the area, this role offers an excellent opportunity to join a team that is making a positive impact within the local community.

As the business continues to grow, we are looking for an individual who is proactive, dependable and committed to delivering high-quality workmanship.

Electrical Duties:

• Repair and replace faulty electrical accessories, including socket outlets, light fittings, switches and extractor fans.
• Inspect, test and certify electrical installations to ensure compliance with current regulations and safety standards.
• Fault diagnosis and rectification of consumer units (fuse boxes).
• Installation of new electrical accessories, including socket outlets, light fittings, switches and extractor fans.
• Carry out first fix electrical works, including full and partial rewires.
• Install additional socket outlets, cabling and associated accessories as required.
• Work independently or as part of a team to achieve daily repair and completion targets.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with tenants and residents, explaining the nature of works and expected outcomes.
• Ensure work areas are left clean, safe and tidy on completion of all tasks. Fully with all health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Always deliver a high standard of customer care.
• Use relevant IT and job management systems to manage, prioritise and complete workloads efficiently and within agreed timescales.

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)
• Inspection and Testing 2391 or equivalent (2394/2395)
• Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record
• Previous domestic, social housing experience

Benefits we can offer you.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
• Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
• 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 – up to two days per year to support community initiatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Share save scheme
• Recognition and long service awards
• Buy up to 5 days holiday each year depending on length of service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities across Mears Group
• Occupational health support
• Green car scheme with Tusker after successful probation period
• Be part of an inclusive workplace with access to a range of colleague networks and support groups focused on diversity, wellbeing and career development. From Disability, Pride (LGBTQ+) and Ethnic Diversity networks to Women in Leadership, the Women Operative Support Group, Women's Health, Men's Mental Health and Armed Forces communities, these groups provide opportunities for support, connection and professional development across our diverse workforce.
• Company Sick Pay
• Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
• Company pension scheme with Peoples Pension, 5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution

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.