Electrician (Planned team)

Selwood Housing Society Limited; Melksham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Life assurance

Flexible working opportunities

Competitive pension

Cycle to work scheme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Selwood Housing is seeking an experienced Electrician to repair, maintain and install electrical systems across our housing stock. You will work to high standards with a customer-first approach, ensuring homes remain safe and compliant. A company van and fuel card are provided to support field delivery of services.

You will hold NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition and Part P qualifications, with City & Guilds 2391 desirable. DBS/Right to Work checks are part of pre-employment requirements.

Qualifications

• • NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition and Part P qualifications.
• • City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing desirable, would be required on probation if not held.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs, fault finding, testing and installations across housing stock.
• Manage workload and deliver high-quality work with a customer-first approach.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company standards.
• On-site working hours 08:00–17:00 with a 1-hour lunch break.
• Stay updated with industry best practices to improve quality and safety.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Domestic installations

Testing & inspection

Multi-trade knowledge

Customer communication

Education

NVQ Level 3

18th Edition

Part P

City & Guilds 2391 (Desirable)

Job description

Got the skills? We've got the opportunity.

We're looking for an experienced Electrician to join our team, helping keep customers' homes safe, comfortable and compliant through high-quality electrical repairs, maintenance and installations.

About the role

No two days are the same in this role. As an Electrician, you'll carry out a mix of repairs, fault finding, testing and installation work across our housing stock, helping our customers stay safe and comfortable in their homes.

You’ll be trusted to manage your workload, solve problems and deliver high-quality work with a customer-first approach. If you take pride in your trade and enjoy variety, you’ll fit right in. To support you in the role, we’ll provide a company van and fuel card for business use.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for a qualified Electrician who shares our values, takes pride in their trade and is committed to delivering an outstanding service.

Customer Driven

You put customers first, delivering a professional service that helps customers feel safe and comfortable in their homes.

Accountability

You take ownership of your work, delivering high-quality repairs and installations safely, efficiently and in line with regulations and company standards.

Develop & Learn

You stay up to date with industry best practice and continuously look for ways to improve quality, safety and customer outcomes.

Champion Communication

You build strong relationships and communicate clearly and professionally with customers, colleagues and contractors.

You’ll bring:

• NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition and Part P qualifications.
• Experience detecting faults in electrical appliances and systems and correctly diagnosing their causes.
• Experience installing, repairing and maintaining domestic fixtures and systems.
• Working knowledge of other associated trades e.g. plastering, tiling plumbing, carpentry, flooring.
• Experience testing and inspecting electrical installations in line with current regulations.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where colleagues and customers are treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

Additional requirement

While a City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing qualification is desirable, candidates who do not currently hold this qualification will be required to achieve it upon successful completion of their probationary period.

Pre employment requirements

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Basic DBS check, a Right to Work check, and a DVLA licence check.

Working hours

You will be required to be on site and ready to start at 08:00, working through to 17:00 with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.

Why join Selwood Housing?

At Selwood Housing, we believe everyone deserves a safe, secure and affordable place to call home. As a not-for-profit housing organisation, we own and manage over 7,000 homes across the Southwest - and we're growing. With a bold ambition to build 1,700 new affordable homes by 2034, we're investing in the future of local people and places.

You’ll be joining a close-knit team where people support each other, share knowledge, and take pride in doing things properly.

Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Life assurance
• Flexible working opportunities
• Competitive pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive team environment where your contribution really matters.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At Selwood, we strive to respect the diversity of our staff. We care deeply about inclusivity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds, demographics, and identities to apply. We are a Disability Confident employer and will do our very best to provide any adjustments, access, and equipment you feel you may need throughout the interview process, and during your employment with us.

We are keen to build a supportive and rewarding environment, free from discrimination, which works for everyone.