Electrician - Planned team (Kitchens and Bathrooms)

Selwood Housing Society Limited; Melksham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit housing organisation in England is seeking a qualified Electrician to join their Planned Works Team. The ideal candidate will maintain and improve homes, ensuring they meet safety and comfort standards. Responsibilities include delivering high-standard electrical works, compliance with regulations, and working in safe environments. This position offers a competitive salary, generous holidays, health insurance, and a supportive team environment. A driver's license and DBS check are required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Life assurance

Flexible working opportunities

Competitive pension

Cycle to work scheme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing faults in electrical appliances and systems.
• Skilled in installing, repairing, and maintaining domestic fixtures and systems.
• Strong commitment to health and safety and delivering high standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver works to a high standard in accordance with training and experience.
• Ensure electrical works comply with BS7671 and building regulations.
• Assist the Contract manager to ensure compliance with Health & Safety.

Skills

Diagnosing faults in electrical appliances

Installing domestic fixtures

Awareness of legal regulations

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrician qualification

Job description

Ready to power up your career?

We're looking for a qualified Electrician to join our dedicated Planned Works Team. In this role, you'll help maintain and improve the homes of our customers, making sure they are safe, comfortable, and meet the highest standards.

What you'll do:

• Deliver works to a high standard in accordance with your training, experience and industry best practice.
• Ensure all electrical works are carried out using best practice and fully compliant with BS7671 and building regulations.
• Carry out 1st fix / 2nd fix and final works including chasing out and preparations.
• Follow work instructions efficiently and carry out works required as detailed in the instruction.
• Assist the Contract manager / supervisors to ensure the working environment is safe and compliant with Health & Safety policies and legislation.
• Be available for the out-of-hours rota when required.
• Carry out work in accordance with Risk Assessments and Method Statements.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3).
• Experience diagnosing faults in electrical appliances and systems.
• Skilled in installing, repairing, and maintaining domestic fixtures and systems.
• Awareness of legal regulations and safety requirements.
• Strong commitment to health and safety and delivering high standards.
• Desire to learn, develop, and contribute to team improvement.

For further information on the role, please review the job description attached to the advert.

Successful candidate will be required to undertake a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Additionally, a full and valid UK driving licence is essential for this role.

PPE required for this role. Certain tasks may require tight-fitting respirators for safety reasons. To ensure an effective seal, operatives must be clean-shaven where the mask contacts the face. We will explore alternative PPE solutions and reasonable adjustments for those who cannot shave for religious or medical reasons.

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.

Benefits:

• 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.

Join us!

Ready to spark your next career move? Apply today and help us power safe, comfortable homes for our customers!

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.

The closing date of this advert is subject to change based on the volume of applications or the hiring timeline.