Electrician

Build Recruitment Limited; St Albans; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Recruitment Limited is seeking an Electrician for a social housing maintenance contractor in St Albans. You will handle electrical repairs, testing, and installations across social housing properties, delivering safe, high-quality workmanship.

Hours are 08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday, with an out-of-hours rota: 1 in 3 weeks, plus standby earnings of £108 weekly and £50 per call-out. This role offers stability and a clear progression path within a reputable contractor.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 and 18th Edition, 2391, and AM2 qualifications (ECS Gold 2391 equivalent).
• Valid manual driving licence (essential).
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical repairs, testing, and installations across social housing properties in St Albans.
• Deliver excellent service to residents, maintaining safety and compliance.
• Participate in an out-of-hours rota, 1 in 3 weeks.

Skills

Manual driving licence

Electrical knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3

18th Edition

2391

AM2 qualifications

Job description

Electrician – Social Housing Maintenance Contractor – St Albans

Location: St Albans
Hours: 08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday
Salary & Benefits: £38,000 per annum, £108 weekly standby for out-of-hours (OOH) work (1 in 3 weeks), £50 per call-out

About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrician to join a reputable social housing maintenance contractor in St Albans. You will be responsible for electrical repairs, testing, and installations, ensuring high-quality service to support our social housing communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical repairs, testing, and installations across social housing properties in St Albans
• Deliver excellent service to residents, maintaining high standards of safety and compliance
• Participate in an out-of-hours (OOH) rota, 1 in 3 weeks

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition, 2391, and AM2 qualifications (equivalent to ECS Gold 2391)
• Valid manual driving licence (essential)
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and a commitment to quality workmanship

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a leading social housing maintenance contractor, contributing to the maintenance and improvement of social housing. Enjoy a structured work schedule, competitive salary of £38,000, and additional earnings through OOH call-outs.