Electrician

Mears Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Family friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Job summary

Mears Group in Peterborough is seeking a skilled Electrician to join our team. This field-based role covers maintenance, repair and installation of electrical systems in tenanted properties, ensuring safety and compliance, and supporting refurbishment programmes.

You will perform fault diagnosis, rewiring, and installation of new accessories, working to health and safety standards. NVQ3 in Electrical Installations and a valid UK driving licence are required, with opportunities for career

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations incl. AM2 18th Edition requirements.
• Inspection and Testing 2391 or equivalent (2394/2395).
• Full UK driving licence with a clean record.
• Domestic/social housing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace faulty electrical accessories such as sockets and lights.
• Inspect, test and certify installations for compliance and safety.
• Diagnose faults in consumer units and rectify issues.
• Install new accessories and carry out rewires as needed.
• Carry out first fix electrical works and cabling installation.
• Work independently or in a team to meet targets.
• Communicate clearly with tenants about works and outcomes.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and follow safety procedures.
• Utilise IT/job management systems to prioritise workloads.

Skills

Electrical Installations

Maintenance & repair

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations

AM2 City & Guilds 18th Edition

Job description

Annual salary: up to £39,824.20. Electrician. Location: Peterborough. Contract: Full Time Permanent. Salary up to £39,824.20 per annum, plus, company van & fuel card 42.5 hours per week (8-5 Monday- Friday)

We are currently seeking a skilled and qualified Electrician to join our team in Peterborough. This is a practical, field-based role working primarily within tenanted properties, where you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and installation of electrical systems. You will play a key role in ensuring homes are safe, compliant and fit for occupation, delivering reactive repairs, planned maintenance and supporting wider refurbishment programmes. With a strong pipeline of work and an expanding presence in the area, this role offers an excellent opportunity to join a team that is making a positive impact within the local community. As the business continues to grow, we are looking for an individual who is proactive, dependable and committed to delivering high-quality workmanship.

Electrical Duties

• Repair and replace faulty electrical accessories, including socket outlets, light fittings, switches and extractor fans.
• Inspect, test and certify electrical installations to ensure compliance with current regulations and safety standards.
• Fault diagnosis and rectification of consumer units (fuse boxes).
• Installation of new electrical accessories, including socket outlets, light fittings, switches and extractor fans.
• Carry out first fix electrical works, including full and partial rewires.
• Install additional socket outlets, cabling and associated accessories as required.
• Work independently or as part of a team to achieve daily repair and completion targets.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with tenants and residents, explaining the nature of works and expected outcomes.
• Ensure work areas are left clean, safe and tidy on completion of all tasks.
• Fully with all health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Always deliver a high standard of customer care.
• Use relevant IT and job management systems to manage, prioritise and complete workloads efficiently and within agreed timescales.

Role Criteria

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations - to include AM2 City & Guilds 18th Edition (If you have 17th edition you can work through your 18th edition)
• Inspection and Testing 2391 or equivalent (2394/2395)
• Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record
• Previous domestic, social housing experience

Benefits we can offer you

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity (14 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay and 13 weeks statutory pay), paternity (2 weeks full pay) and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential support and counselling available
• Mears Rewards offering discounts and cashback at leading retailers including travel, household items and shopping
• Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!
• Volunteering leave – up to two days per year to support community initiatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Share save scheme
• Recognition and long service awards
• Buy up to 5 days holiday each year depending on length of service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities across Mears Group
• Occupational health support
• Green car scheme with Tusker after successful probation period
• Be part of an inclusive workplace with access to a range of colleague networks and support groups focused on diversity, wellbeing and career development.
• From Disability, Pride (LGBTQ+) and Ethnic Diversity networks to Women in Leadership, the Women Operative Support Group, Women's Health, Men's Mental Health and Armed Forces communities, these groups provide opportunities for support, connection and professional development across our diverse workforce.
• Company Sick Pay Life Assurance (1x annual salary)
• Company pension scheme with Peoples Pension, 5% employee and 3% employer pension contribution

Eligibility, Security & Diversity

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.

We are the people behind the smile! At Mears we look for people who share our vision and values - to make a positive difference to the communities we serve. We do this by improving homes, improving communities and improving lives. We are proud of our business and the opportunities we provide to colleagues working across the UK.

Our Values

Customers / Innovation / Teamwork / Responsibility