Electrician - Social Housing Sector (North London)

18 Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated Electrician to join their team in North London. This position focuses on the social housing sector, ensuring the installation, servicing, and maintenance of electrical systems in a compliant manner according to IET Wiring Regulations. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation and relevant experience, a clean driving license, and a DBS check. Join their team to deliver high-quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in social housing or similar environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards.
• Clean UK driving licence.
• Clean DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Health and Safety risk assessments.
• Undertake routine maintenance and fault-finding.
• Install new electrical systems in properties.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults effectively.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Problem-solving abilities

Time management

Organization skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

City & Guilds 18th Edition

Testing & Inspection qualification

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Electrician to join our team, covering North London. This role is focused on the social housing sector, ensuring electrical systems and appliances in both domestic and commercial properties are installed, serviced, and maintained to the highest standards in line with the current Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Health and Safety risk assessments on site and ensure compliance at all times.
• Undertake routine maintenance, servicing, and fault-finding on electrical systems and appliances.
• Install new electrical systems, wiring, and fittings in domestic and commercial properties.
• Replace and upgrade electrical sockets, switches, lighting, and other fittings.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults quickly and effectively.
• Report and document any faulty appliances or installations that do not comply with current regulations.
• Read and interpret job outline tickets, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Liaise with tenants, housing officers, and colleagues to ensure clear communication and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle in good working order.
• Work independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality results within deadlines.

Qualifications & Skills

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• City & Guilds 18th Edition (IET Wiring Regulations).
• Testing & Inspection qualification (City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent) desirable.
• Proven experience working within the social housing sector or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, appliances, and safety standards.
• Clean UK driving licence.
• Clean DBS check.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Positive attitude with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.