Electrician

Magenta International; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

23 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Job summary

Magenta International is seeking an experienced Electrician to join a leading property maintenance contractor delivering essential services across Essex. The role involves working in occupied residential properties, performing electrical maintenance, testing, inspection, repair, and installation tasks to high standards while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will work on domestic electrical systems, undertake planned and reactive works, diagnose faults, and deliver excellent

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician with experience in domestic maintenance, repairs, or social housing environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Commitment to safety, compliance and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installations, repairs, testing and maintenance within domestic properties.
• Undertake planned and reactive electrical works to a high standard.
• Complete site-specific risk assessments and adhere to health and safety procedures.
• Inspect, diagnose and rectify electrical faults and non-compliant installations.
• Replace and repair sockets, switches, lighting and fittings.
• Complete routine servicing and testing of electrical systems and equipment.
• Maintain clear records of completed works.
• Ensure compliance with current regulations and best practice.

Skills

Domestic electrical systems

Fault-finding and diagnostics

Safety compliance

Independent workload management

Customer-focused service

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

AM2 Qualification

City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing

Full UK Driving Licence

DBS check eligibility

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrician to join a leading property maintenance and repairs contractor delivering essential services across Essex.

Working within occupied residential properties, you'll be responsible for carrying out a range of electrical maintenance, testing, inspection, repair, and installation works, ensuring all tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with current regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installations, repairs, testing, and maintenance within domestic properties.
• Undertake planned and reactive electrical works to a high standard.
• Complete site-specific risk assessments and adhere to all health and safety procedures.
• Inspect, diagnose, and rectify electrical faults and non-compliant installations.
• Replace and repair sockets, switches, lighting, fittings, and associated electrical components.
• Complete routine servicing and testing of electrical systems and equipment.
• Accurately interpret work orders and maintain clear records of completed works.
• Ensure all work complies with current electrical regulations, legislation, and industry best practice.
• Deliver excellent customer service while working within occupied homes.

About You

The successful candidate will be a qualified electrician with experience working in domestic maintenance, repairs, or social housing environments.

• Strong technical knowledge of domestic electrical systems.
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• A strong commitment to safety, compliance, and quality workmanship.
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively.
• A professional and customer-focused approach.

Essential Requirements

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• AM2 Qualification.
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to pass a DBS check.

What's in it for You?

• Company van and fuel card.
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• One paid volunteering day per year.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Long-term job security with a well-established and growing organisation.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.