Electrician

Novus Property Solutions; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van & fuel card

Pension scheme

23 days holiday + BHs

Training & development

Job summary

Novus Property Solutions is seeking an Electrician to support high-quality electrical repair and replacement services within Social Housing properties. The role is site-based, covering within 90 minutes of Oxford, with 39 hours Monday to Friday and an on-call schedule.

You’ll work in a respectful, professional team focused on safety, quality, and customer service. Applicants should hold the 18th edition, AM2, and related electrical qualifications with experience in social housing refurbishment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent required.
• 18th edition and AM2 qualifications preferred; NICEIC registration advantageous.
• BS 7671:2018 and 2391-52 (or equivalent) knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fault finding and responsive repairs on tenanted social housing properties.
• Replace MCBs, perform rewires, emergency and external lighting, and install minor electrical works.
• Test, inspect, recertify, and certificating all works; work from tickets or handheld device.
• Deliver outstanding service while working in customers' homes.
• Follow Novus Health and Safety policies and standards.
• Ensure compliance with required electrical regulations and standards.

Skills

Fault finding

Responsive repairs

Customer service

Time management

On-call readiness

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

18th edition of Wiring Regulations

AM2

BS 7671:2018

2391-52 testing & inspection

NICEIC registration (preferred)

Job description

Job Location: Site based covering up to 90 minutes from Oxford. Standard Hours Monday- Friday 39 hours plus out of hours on call.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Electrician to join Novus Property Solutions, Repairs and Voids division, providing high-quality electrical repair and replacement services within Social Housing properties.

This role will support you, value your skills, give you stability, whilst keeping your work interesting and meaningful.

What's in it for you?

• Stable, long-term work on an ongoing social housing contract on responsive repairs - no chasing work
• Competitive salary, weekly paid, plus paid call-out (1 in 4 to 6 weeks).
• Work-life balance with standard Monday-Friday hours (39 per week) and organised workloads.
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays, with the flexibility to buy or sell annual leave.
• Company fleet van and fuel card, so no wear and tear on your own vehicle.
• Pension scheme to support your future.
• Tools & test equipment- to support you in carrying out the day to day tasks
• Training and development - support with qualifications such as 2391 if required.
• Supportive planning team who schedule your jobs to reduce travel time and help your day run smoothly
• Refer a friend scheme - earn up to £1000

Additional Benefits, Including

• Discounted healthcare scheme
• High street & lifestyle discounts (including Tastecard)
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Length of service awards

Most importantly, you'll be working in a role where your work genuinely makes a difference. You'll help people feel safe and comfortable in their own homes, while being part of a respectful, inclusive, and professional team that values doing the job properly.

An Outline Of Your Responsibilities And Experience - Electrician

• Carrying out fault finding & responsive repairs on tenanted Social Housing properties.
• Works include but are not limited to replacing MCB - circuit breakers, rewires, emergency and external lighting, switches, minor installations, shower repairs and replacements, smoke alarms, extractor fans, testing, inspecting and re-certification, certificating all works.
• Working from job tickets or a handheld device daily
• Always delivering an outstanding service to customers with the understanding that you are working in their homes.
• Following Novus' exemplary Health and Safety policies and standards
• Qualified to 18th edition and AM2, preferably NICEIC registered
• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (or equivalent) AM2, BS7671:2018 and 2391-52 (or equivalent)
• Experience within social housing refurbishment environment.
• Solar PV, EV Charging, battery storage and domestic ventilation and PAS 2030 Retrofit knowledge and qualifications are advantageous
• This role will require a DBS check and a full UK driving licence is required.

A Little Bit About Us

Novus Property Solutions is an award-winning, family-owned business with over 129-years of experience, delivering property maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance services across Great Britain. With 700+ colleagues in 19 locations, we combine local expertise with national strength.

We put people and communities first, creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. You don't need to tick every box to apply, if this role sounds right for you, we'd love to hear from you