Electrician

Vadella Bidco Ltd; Meadowfield; Remote; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Company phone

Weekly pay

Training opportunities

Long service incentives

30 days holiday

Overtime rates

Standby rate £250

Job summary

Vadella Bidco Ltd, via DFP Services – Powered by Vadella, seeks an experienced Electrician to join our North East team, covering care homes, NHS sites and commercial premises. This full-time, field-based role includes call-outs, maintenance and on-site service across the region, with a 1-in-4 on-call rota and full training.

You'll bring BS7671 knowledge, City & Guilds 2391, a full UK driving licence and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven electrical background with BS7671 knowledge.
• Completion of a City & Guilds 2391 apprenticeship is preferred.
• Strong communication and IT literacy with customer focus.

Responsibilities

• A range of call outs, maintenance and service jobs.
• Working alongside the current team of engineers.
• Identifying areas for additional works within and out of the specified contractual requirements, supplying accurate quotations where required.
• Understanding and completing all work-related documentation accurately and on time, exceeding the customer's expectations.
• Carrying out work in a safe and diligent manner.
• Complying with company policies and procedures.
• Attending and fully participating in training and appraisal activities as required.
• Liaising with the office via phone calls, emails and the PDA system.
• Reporting to the Regional Manager.

Skills

Electrical background

BS7671 knowledge

City & Guilds 2391

Communication skills

IT literacy

Customer focus

UK Driving Licence

DBS clearance

Education

City & Guilds 2391 apprenticeship

Job description

Electrician

Department: Operations - Field Based

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Durham - Remote

Description

Join DFP Services – Powered by Vadella

At DFP Services, we’re a successful, family‑owned business, established for over 25 years, working with some of the UK's largest care group providers. We provide planned and reactive maintenance, response and repair to all types of gas heating and plumbing systems across care homes, NHS buildings, universities, local councils, sheltered housing, commercial premises and many other properties throughout the country. As part of the Vadella Group, we’re backed by a growing national building compliance business, giving our employees access to greater investment, wider career opportunities and the chance to grow within a thriving, collaborative organisation.

As our client portfolio continues to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Electrician to join our established team of engineers in the North East.

Whether you’re looking to further your career, increase your earning potential or join a supportive business that genuinely values its people, DFP Services offers the opportunity to develop, progress and make a real impact.

At DFP Services, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’ve grown to a team of over 100 employees, increased turnover by 145%, and been recognised as one of the Fastest 50 Growing companies. As part of the Vadella Group, we’re committed to building lasting relationships with our clients and creating a workplace where our employees can develop rewarding, long‑term careers.

When you join us, you’ll become part of a friendly, supportive and experienced team that values professionalism, collaboration and continuous development. We believe in recognising hard work, investing in training and providing opportunities for our people to progress.

Equal Opportunities DFP Services is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We believe that a diverse workforce makes us stronger and we’re committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone.

About the Role

As our Electrician, you’ll carry out a range of call outs, maintenance and service work across care homes, universities, colleges and local council sites throughout the North East, working alongside our established team of engineers.

You’ll take part in a call out rota of 1 day in every 4, with standby and overtime paid accordingly, and full training will be provided.

Your responsibilities will include:

• A range of call outs, maintenance and service jobs.
• Working alongside the current team of engineers.
• Identifying areas for additional works within and out of the specified contractual requirements, supplying accurate quotations where required.
• Understanding and completing all work‑related documentation accurately and on time, exceeding the customer's expectations.
• Complying with company policies and procedures.
• Carrying out work in a safe and diligent manner.
• Complying with all Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Attending and fully participating in training and appraisal activities as required.
• Liaising with the office via phone calls, emails and the PDA system.
• Reporting to the Regional Manager.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a motivated professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality work and excellent customer service.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in an electrical background.
• Knowledge of BS7671.
• Completed a recognised apprenticeship (City & Guilds 2391).
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Generally IT literate.
• A customer focused approach.
• A full UK Driving Licence.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Desirable

• Electrical inspection & testing experience.

What's in it for You

Joining DFP Services means becoming part of an established, growing business that genuinely invests in its people. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll benefit from excellent overtime opportunities, career development and an outstanding benefits package.

Benefits include:

• Salary of £36,000 per annum (OTE), dependent on experience and qualifications.
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays (bank holidays worked are rewarded with overtime plus a day in lieu).
• Overtime rate paid after 40 hours.
• Double time paid for call outs between 12am and 5am, and on Sundays.
• £250 standby rate.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Company phone provided.
• Monthly incentives.
• Long service incentives.
• Training opportunities.
• Competitive overtime rates.
• Weekly pay.