Electrician

Build Recruitment; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary to permanent opportunity

28 days leave + bank holidays

Employer pension contributions up to

Life assurance up to 5x salary

Employee discounts & wellbeing support

Job summary

Build Recruitment is seeking a fully qualified Electrician to perform electrical repairs, installations and testing across a large portfolio of social housing properties in Yeovil. You will work safely to high standards, prioritise first-time fixes, and provide excellent customer service to residents.

The role involves planned and reactive electrical works, sometimes outside of hours, with a 12-week temporary period before permanency with the client.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with relevant practical experience.
• Experience in domestic properties.
• BS7671 knowledge and safety compliance.
• DBS check is required and funded by the employer.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical repairs, installations and testing in social housing.
• Diagnose faults and complete first-time fixes.
• Ensure safe working practices and BS7671 compliance.
• Communicate with residents and colleagues about work progress.
• Participate in on-call/rota for emergencies.

Skills

Customer service

Health and safety

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Achievement Measurement 2

City & Guilds 2391

2360 Parts 1 & 2

2351

2330 Levels 2 & 3

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

Job description

Electrician - Social Housing Temporary to Permanent Yeovil Full-Time

Are you a qualified Electrician looking for a secure, long‑term opportunity?

Do you have experience carrying out electrical repairs and maintenance within domestic properties?

We are currently recruiting for an Electrician to work for a leading social housing provider in Yeovil. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Electrician who takes pride in their work, provides excellent customer service and wants to build a long‑term career.

You will be required to successfully complete 12 weeks as a temporary worker before being considered for a permanent position with the client.

The Role

As an Electrician, you will be responsible for carrying out electrical repairs, maintenance, installations and testing across a large portfolio of social housing properties.

Key Duties

• Carry out electrical repairs, installations, servicing, inspection and testing to a high standard, with a strong focus on achieving a first‑time fix.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults, including domestic rewiring, kitchen and bathroom works and full property rewires.
• Complete all work safely and in accordance with BS7671, health and safety legislation and relevant company procedures.
• Liaise professionally with residents and colleagues, keeping customers informed about work being completed and providing excellent customer service.
• Carry out planned and reactive electrical works, including emergency call‑outs and out‑of‑hours work as part of a rota.

What We're Looking For

• A fully qualified Electrician with Achievement Measurement 2 and relevant practical experience.
• Relevant electrical qualifications, such as City & Guilds 2391, 2360 Parts 1 & 2, 2351, 2330 Levels 2 & 3, NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation or an approved equivalent.
• Strong practical knowledge of BS7671, including inspection, testing and commissioning of electrical installations. 2394/2395 or equivalent is desirable.
• Excellent customer service, communication and IT skills, with a strong commitment to health and safety.
• A basic DBS check will be required and funded by the employer.

What's In It For You?

• Temporary to permanent opportunity – complete 12 weeks successfully with the opportunity to secure a permanent position.
• Generous annual leave – up to 28 days' holiday plus paid bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to one working week.
• Excellent pension – employer pension contributions of up to 10%.
• Life assurance – cover of up to 5 times your salary for nominated beneficiaries.
• Employee discounts & wellbeing support – access to thousands of retail discounts, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and mental health and financial wellbeing support. Additional benefits may include Cycle to Work, electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes and technology purchase schemes, subject to eligibility.

Why Apply?

This is a great opportunity to join an established social housing provider and work within a role where your electrical skills directly contribute to keeping residents' homes safe, well‑maintained and compliant.