Electrician

North Wales Housing; Wales; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional housing provider in North Wales is looking for an Electrician to provide quality electrical maintenance and refurbishment services. This role requires a recognized trade qualification and proven experience in electrical installations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a UK driving licence. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Salary of £37,488 per annum

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Employee health assistance scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

• Proven post-qualification experience, including testing, fault finding, repairs, and installations.
• A valid UK driving licence is required.
• Willingness for a basic DBS disclosure to be undertaken.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality electrical maintenance and refurbishment service.
• Ensure all paperwork and certificates comply with legislation/regulations.
• Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota for emergencies.

Skills

Testing of electrical installations

Completing full and partial re-wires

Installing Intelligent Energy Systems

Basic conversations in Welsh

Solid verbal and written communication skills

Education

Recognised trade qualification at Level 3

18th Edition IEE regulations

C&G 2391-52 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Electrician
Here at North Wales Housing, we make a difference to people’s lives every day. If you’re committed to helping us achieve this, we’ll make sure we make a positive difference to your life too. Let’s work together to build on 50 years of providing quality homes across North Wales, investing into communities and supporting those facing homelessness.
Our team of around 230 individuals mean a lot to us, too. We’re proud to say that we’re a Gold Standard Investors in People employer, testament to our desire to care for our colleagues. Our People Strategy focuses on creating an environment where our people are proud to work at a place they want to be, supported to achieve their potential, give their best, and feel valued for their contribution.

The Package

• Salary of £37,488 per annum
• Permanent contract, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Minimum of 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Benefits platform with savings on groceries, high-street shopping, new tech, holidays etc.
• Further studies support and career development opportunities
• Employee health assistance scheme and Annual Leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Generous contributory pension scheme

The Role – Electrician

This is a field-based role working at both occupied and vacant properties across North Wales, where you’ll be responsible for providing a quality electrical maintenance and refurbishment service, taking pride in your work and demonstrating a high regard for customer care at all times. This will involve:

• Testing of electrical installations
• Completing full and partial re-wires (such as kitchen and bathroom upgrades)
• Installing Intelligent Energy Systems
• Undertaking training and upskilling for technology that relates to our future goals of decarbonisation
• Ensuring all paperwork and certificates are completed in accordance with relevant legislation/regulations and NICEIC guidance
• Taking responsibility for the upkeep of a vehicle, along with tools, equipment, and materials
• Assisting with the supervision of apprentices and trainees
• You will be required to take part in an out-of-hours on-call rota, which may include attending emergency situations

Our Requirements – Electrician

• A recognised trade qualification at Level 3 / 18th Edition IEE regulations, along with a C&G 2391-52 qualification or equivalent
• Proven post-qualification experience, including testing / fault finding / repairs and installations
• Ability to hold basic conversations in Welsh (although you may struggle to keep up fully)
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• A valid UK driving licence
• At North Wales Housing we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of service users. You must be willing for a basic DBS disclosure to be undertaken by our organisation.
• North Wales Housing is an equal opportunities organisation who particularly welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. All Black, Asian and ethnic minority candidates, as well as disabled applicants who meet our essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.