Electrician

Serco Group Plc; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme (up to 6%)

Internal courses & qualifications

Wellbeing app & health services

Discounts across retailers

Volunteering day

Employee networks

Job summary

Serco Group plc is seeking an Electrician to perform reactive and remedial electrical works across domestic properties within the AASC portfolio. You will inspect, test and certify installations, ensuring safety and compliance while supporting maintenance teams.

The role requires City & Guilds Electrical Installation Level 3 and 18th Edition qualifications, plus a full UK driving licence. A permanent, full-time position with on-call rotation and a competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified to City and Guilds Electrical Installation Level 3 or equivalent.
• Holds City and Guilds 2382 18th Edition and City and Guilds 2391/52 Inspection & Testing qualifications.
• Experience carrying out electrical work within domestic dwellings.
• Requires a full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive and remedial electrical works across domestic properties, including fault finding and maintenance.
• Inspect, test and certify electrical installations, completing all required documentation.
• Service and maintain electrical systems including power, lighting, fire alarms, emergency lighting and heating.
• Provide technical advice and support to maintenance colleagues and help resolve complex electrical issues.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, compliantly and within service levels and targets.
• Work with housing teams, stakeholders and customers to deliver quality outcomes.

Skills

Reactive maintenance

Fault finding

Testing & certification

Technical advisory

Team collaboration

Education

City & Guilds Electrical Installation Level 3

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Inspection & testing tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

As an Electrician in our Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract (AASC) team, you'll carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, testing and certification across a portfolio of residential properties. Your expertise will help ensure safe, compliant and well-maintained accommodation for the people who rely on our services.

Our work touches lives every day, and this role plays an important part in creating a positive impact on communities. You'll help provide safe living environments, support high operational standards, and work closely with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver trusted services that help impact a better future.

What you'll do as a Electrician

• Carry out reactive and remedial electrical works across domestic properties, including fault finding, repairs and maintenance.
• Inspect, test and certify electrical installations, completing all required documentation and compliance certification.
• Service and maintain electrical systems including power, lighting, fire alarm systems, emergency lighting and heating systems.
• Provide technical advice and support to maintenance colleagues and help resolve complex electrical issues.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, compliantly and within agreed service levels and performance targets.
• Work collaboratively with housing teams, stakeholders and customers to deliver quality outcomes and excellent service.

Qualified to City and Guilds Electrical Installation Level 3 (2365, 2330 or equivalent).

• Holds City and Guilds 2382 18th Edition and City and Guilds 2391/52 Inspection and Testing qualifications.
• Experienced in carrying out electrical work within domestic dwellings.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week, typically between 08:00 and 18:00, with participation in an on-call rota and occasional out-of-hours working requirements

• On Call Allowance £205 per call out + time and a half overtime pay)£42,000 per annum + Company Van & Fuel Card, plus excellent benefits

Ready to impact a better future?, Committed to delivering high standards of safety, customer service and quality, while demonstrating Trust, Care, Pride and Innovation.

What we offer

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (we currently offer over 60 different apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• Paid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Our employee networks support connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including veterans, LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Vetting and checks

This role requires BPSS clearance, which involves identity verification, employment history, and criminal record checks to meet government security standards. An Occupational Health Questionnaire will also be required to ensure we can offer appropriate support for your wellbeing and performance.