Electrician

Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Employee networks

Job summary

Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited in Leeds is seeking a skilled Electrician to carry out remedial and inspection works on occupied properties across West Yorkshire. The role combines independent work with team collaboration and involves responding to emergencies, carrying out tests, and producing certification for completed works.

A company van and power tools are provided, and training is offered to support your ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ Level 3 and electrical inspection/testing (2391) or equivalent.
• BS 5839-6 and BS 5839-1, and BS 7671 - 18th Edition or currently undertaking the qualification.
• Original certification required at interview; copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation essential.

Responsibilities

• Responding promptly to emergency situations.
• Inspecting and testing properties to ensure safety and compliance, and completing remedial work as needed.
• Completing all paperwork and producing certification for works carried out.
• Maintaining van stock and ensuring tools and equipment are kept in good working condition.

Skills

NVQ Level 3

Inspection and testing 2391

BS 5839-6

BS 5839-1

BS 7671 - 18th Edition

Full UK driving licence

Health and safety knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3

Electrical inspection and testing 2391 or equivalent

BS 5839-6 / BS 5839-1

BS 7671 - 18th Edition

Job description

Title: Electrician

Leeds, West Yorkshire, GB, LS5 3AT

Electrician

Leeds

£41,192 to £43,360 per year

40 hours per week – Monday to Friday

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrician to join our team, working across West Yorkshire areas. This role offers a mix of working independently and as part of a team, with a wide range of responsibilities. You will primarily be responsible for carrying out remedial and inspection works on occupied properties, as well as attending emergency breakdowns and service interruptions. A company van and power tools will be provided, and training will be offered as needed to support your development.

The role of Electricianwill include:

• Responding promptly to emergency situations


• Inspecting and testing properties to ensure safety and compliance, and completing any necessary remedial work


• Completing all associated paperwork and producing certification for the works carried out


• Monitoring and maintaining appropriate levels of van stock, while ensuring all tools and equipment are kept in good working condition

Skills and experiences:

• To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to NVQ Level 3, inspection and testing 2391 or equivalent, BS5839-6, BS5839-1, BS 7671 - 18th Edition or currently undertaking the qualification. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted


• Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation


• Analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions


• Good communication and interpersonal skills along with a customer focused approach


• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

Our Benefits

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays


• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary


• Life Assurance


• Employee Advice Service including counselling


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Voluntary health plans


• Employee discounts


• Wellbeing support and tools


• Employee recognition scheme


• Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues

• £41,192 per annum (rising to £43,360 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

Closing Date:1 November2026

If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – [e-mail]

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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