Electrician - Social Housing Repairs (Permanent) | Van & Fuel

18 Recruitment Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Company van provided

Fuel card provided

Paid holiday entitlement

Job summary

18 Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Electrician for a permanent position within social housing repairs and maintenance in the Manchester area. You will join a busy team delivering responsive repairs, planned works, and electrical upgrades across occupied and void properties.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, 18th Edition, and relevant testing qualifications, with a focus on safe, compliant electrical work and clear documentation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrician in repairs and maintenance.
• Experience in social housing is highly desirable.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Testing and Inspection qualification (2391 or equivalent preferred).
• Experience conducting EICRs and remedial works.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Must possess own basic trade tools.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• DBS check and good customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out responsive electrical repairs and maintenance within social housing properties.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical faults efficiently and safely.
• Complete electrical testing and inspections.
• Carry out EICRs (Electrical Installation Condition Reports).
• Install, repair, and replace consumer units.
• Install and maintain lighting circuits, sockets, switches, and accessories.
• Complete rewires and electrical upgrades where required.
• Install and repair extractor fans and ventilation systems.
• Undertake planned maintenance and refurbishment works.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with current regulations and health & safety standards.
• Accurately complete certification, reports, and job records.
• Provide excellent customer service when working in tenants' homes.
• Work independently whilst managing workloads and appointments effectively.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Electrical installation

Customer service

Work independently

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

2391 Testing & Inspection

Tools

Megger testing

Multimeter

Cable identifiers

Job description

18 Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Electrician for a permanent position within social housing repairs and maintenance in the Manchester area. You will join a busy team delivering responsive repairs, planned works, and electrical upgrades across occupied and void properties.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, 18th Edition, and relevant testing qualifications, with a focus on safe, compliant electrical work and clear documentation.