Electrician

Magna Housing; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Uniform provided

Power tools provided

Job summary

Magna Housing is seeking a qualified Electrician to maintain electrical systems across its properties. You will install and test electrical systems in kitchens and bathrooms, support heating projects, and ensure paperwork is accurate. A DBS check and driving license are required.

The role includes an on-call rotation with standby allowances and field-based travel across Dorset. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3, preferably 18th edition, with a customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified with NVQ level 3; 18th edition preferred.
• DBS check required; full driving license essential.
• Domestic properties experience welcomed; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical tasks to a high standard, following Part P.
• Install electrical systems in kitchens and bathrooms; assist with heating projects.
• Carry out fault-finding, installations, and testing/certification.
• Be on-call every 10 weeks with standby allowance.
• Comprehensive role profile provided during application.

Skills

Electrical installation

Fault finding

On-call readiness

Documentation

Education

NVQ Level 3

18th edition (Desirable)

Tools

Power tools

Job description

• Salary up to £43,450 per annum plus benefits and allowances.

• 39 hours per week.

• Field-based with regular travel across Dorset and wider Magna sites, as required.

• Permanent role.

• Access to van - uniform and power tools provided.

• Closing date for applications: 31.08.26 (Midday)

Please be aware that we are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship against this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work and reside in the UK without the need for Employer Sponsorship.

At Magna, our vision is to create great homes together. We have ambitious plans, and are seeking creative, aspirational, and talented people to join our fast paced, adaptable, and highly collaborative environment.

We are seeking a customer-oriented and highly motivated Electrician to join our team of professionals. Our primary aim is to provide quality, affordable housing and services that improve the lives of our customers. As a valued member of our multi-disciplinary team, you will work closely with colleagues to maintain best practices and contribute to our Vision and Values – Always Safe, All About Customers, Be Kind, Own It, One Team, Be Curious.

What you take care of:

• This position involves performing electrical tasks to a high standard, following Part P regulations, and working on properties during both first and second fix stages.

• Responsibilities include installing electrical systems in kitchens and bathrooms, assisting with electric heating projects and communal lighting, and making sure all paperwork or electronic forms are correctly filled out and submitted on time.

• As a member of our team, you will be required to carry out all aspects of electrical repairs, demonstrating excellent fault-finding skills and a readiness to conduct installation works if necessary. Additionally, you will be responsible for conducting the relevant testing and certification upon completion of any works carried out.

• You will be required to be on call once every 10 weeks for whichyou will receive a standby allowance.

• A comprehensive role profile will be providing during the application process.

What you need to be successful:

• Applicants need to be fully qualified, with an NVQ level 3, preferably with 18th edition. City and Guilds 2391 or equivalent is desirable but not essential. The salary will reflect your qualifications and level of experience.

• While a comprehensive background in working within domestic properties would be advantageous, we welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences, as we are committed to providing the necessary training and support to help you succeed in the position.

• You will demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills, basic IT literacy and be dedicated to delivering a customer focused service.

• This post is subject to a BasicLevel Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. You will need to hold a full driving license.

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact: Dani Davies – Talent Acquisition Manager at: [e-mail] or by mobile: [phone]

Our full range of benefit details can be viewed on our website under each vacancy.

Magna reserves the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. We therefore highly recommend that you submit your application early.