Housing Repairs Technician – Electrician

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Dunblane; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Personal and professional development

Job summary

Ashfield District Council is seeking a Qualified Electrician to join the Repairs & Maintenance Team, delivering repairs in tenanted and empty properties within the Operations Directorate. You will use City and Guilds qualifications, demonstrate knowledge of building and construction, communicate well with customers, and hold a full valid driving licence.

The role requires a friendly, proactive approach and the ability to work safely to high standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills for work in customers' homes.
• Knowledge of general building and construction.
• Friendly and positive outlook.
• Experience dealing with the public and a full valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct repairs in tenanted and empty properties within the Repairs & Maintenance Team.
• Work within customers' homes to complete repair and maintenance works.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Full driving licence

Education

City and Guilds or equivalent qualification

Job description

Join Ashfield District Council and Make a Difference to Our Homes and Communities

Ashfield District Council is a great place to work, offering excellent benefits including up to 35 days annual leave, the Local Government Pension Scheme, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Qualified Electrician to join our Repairs & Maintenance Team conducting repairs in tenanted and empty properties within the Operations Directorate.

You will need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to work within our customer’s homes for the completion of repair and maintenance works.

You will possess the appropriate City and Guilds, or equivalent qualification, combined with Knowledge of general building and construction. You will require a friendly and positive outlook, along with experience of dealing with the public and a full valid driving licence.

Ashfield District Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date: 22 September 2026

Interview date: 29 September 2026

Company: Ashfield District Council

Salary: 33,119 – £35,570 per annum

Location: Dunblane, Stirling

Sector: Housing

Sector: Management and Maintenance

Job Role: Technician