Electrician

Paradigm Housing Group; Chesham; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Generous pension scheme

Health cash plan

Life cover

Flexible working - hybrid options

Job summary

Lifestone Homes is recruiting three Electricians to join our Repairs and Maintenance service. You will carry out electrical repairs, testing, fault finding, installations and maintenance across our homes and communal areas.

The role is hands‑on, mobile and focused on delivering safe, compliant and high‑quality electrical work with a strong emphasis on right‑first‑time delivery and positive resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• Significant experience carrying out electrical repairs, installations, testing and inspection.
• Experience diagnosing and resolving electrical faults.
• Experience in responsive repairs or maintenance, ideally in social housing.
• Strong technical knowledge of domestic and communal electrical systems.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation and safe systems of work.
• Up‑to‑date BS 7671 knowledge and electrical safety standards.
• Ability to complete electrical certification accurately.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, fault finding, testing and installation work across residential and communal areas.
• Complete all electrical work to a high standard, unsupervised, and in line with BS 7671 and organisational requirements.
• Diagnose electrical faults and determine appropriate remedial actions, escalating complex issues when needed.
• Complete all required certification accurately and on time, including minor works, installation and periodic testing documentation.
• Manage work orders proactively, including follow‑on works, cancellations and changes in status.
• Identify and report unsafe installations, compliance concerns or risks.
• Maintain van stock, record material usage and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Provide clear updates and reports for outstanding or non‑completed works.
• Communicate effectively with residents, keeping them informed of works and access requirements.
• Ensure work areas are left safe, clean and tidy on completion.
• Drive company vehicles safely and maintain them in a clean, roadworthy condition.

Skills

Electrical repairs

Fault finding

Electrical testing

BS 7671 knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

PDA / repairs systems

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical

Level 3 Award BS 7671:2018

AM2 where required

ECS Gold Card (Installation/Maintenance)

Tools

PDA devices

Repair management systems

Tablet/mobile tools

Job description

Electrician

Office location: Chesham / High Wycombe

Current area of work: HP, UB, SL postcodes (South Bucks/Middlesex).

Mobile role: Travel across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and surrounding counties Fully branded company van and fuel card provided for business use

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 40 per week, 08:00 - 17:00 Monday - Friday

Salary: £47,261 + Excellent Benefits

Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?

At Lifestone Homes, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.

Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve

If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future.

About the role

We are recruiting three Electricians to join our Repairs and Maintenance service. You will carry out electrical repairs, testing, fault finding, installations and maintenance across our homes and communal areas. The role is hands‑on, mobile and focused on delivering safe, compliant and high‑quality electrical work with a strong emphasis on right‑first‑time delivery and positive resident outcomes.

You'll work both on your own and as part of a team, carrying out repairs, preparing empty homes for new residents, completing planned maintenance work, and carrying out electrical safety checks. You'll be provided with a mobile phone and tablet to receive your jobs, update progress throughout the day, and record any certificates or paperwork needed for completed work.

Current area of work: HP, UB, SL postcodes (South Bucks/Middlesex).

Areas we also cover: Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Cambridgeshire and surrouding counties.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, fault finding, testing and installation work across residential and communal areas

• Complete all electrical work to a high standard, unsupervised, and in line with BS 7671 and organisational requirements

• Diagnose electrical faults and determine appropriate remedial actions, escalating complex issues when needed

• Complete all required certification accurately and on time, including minor works, installation and periodic testing documentation

• Manage work orders proactively, including follow‑on works, cancellations and changes in status

• Identify and report unsafe installations, compliance concerns or risks

• Maintain van stock, record material usage and ensure efficient use of resources

• Provide clear updates and reports for outstanding or non‑completed works

• Communicate effectively with residents, keeping them informed of works and access requirements

• Ensure work areas are left safe, clean and tidy on completion

• Drive company vehicles safely and maintain them in a clean, roadworthy condition

Our expectations

• High quality workmanship delivered consistently across all repair types

• Reduced defects, recalls and follow‑on works

• Positive customer satisfaction and strong right‑first‑time performance

• Efficient completion of works within agreed timescales

• Accurate and timely updates on PDA and systems

• Strong compliance with health and safety, BS 7671 and organisational policies

• Proactive identification and resolution of issues

About you

Essential Criteria

• Significant experience carrying out electrical repairs, installations, testing and inspection

• Experience diagnosing and resolving electrical faults

• Experience working in responsive repairs or maintenance, ideally within social housing

• Strong technical knowledge of domestic and communal electrical systems

• Understanding of health and safety legislation and safe systems of work

• Up‑to‑date knowledge of BS 7671 and electrical safety standards

• Ability to complete electrical certification accurately

• Good communication and customer service skills

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workload in a fast‑paced environment

• Competent using PDAs, mobile working tools and repairs management systems

• NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification (or equivalent) with AM2 where required

• OR ECS Gold Card level for Installation or Maintenance Electrician

• Level 3 Award in Requirements for Electrical Installations (BS 7671:2018)

• Full valid UK driving licence

Desired

• Level 3 Award in Periodic Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations

• Experience working within social housing

Benefits

At Lifestone Homes, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.

• Annual salary: £47,261 per annum

• 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options

• Generous pension scheme - up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice

• Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

• Health cash plan - claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)

• Life cover and income protection

• Flexible working - hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging

And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide:

• Mental Health First Aiders available to support

• Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)

• Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships

• 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities

• Peer-recognition rewards platform

• Paid professional subscription (one per year)

Working Hours

• 40 hours per week

• 08:00 - 17:00 Monday - Friday

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.

Closing Date: 12th October, 2026.