Multi-skilled Electrician (3 roles available)

Nub News; Coalville; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Training & development

Annual leave 34–38 days

Job summary

North West Leicestershire District Council is seeking a Multi-skilled Electrician to join the Housing Repairs Team in Coalville. The role covers electrical repairs, maintenance, testing and installation across the housing stock, in both occupied and void homes, focusing on safety and compliance.

With 37 hours per week and a starting salary of £35,531, you will diagnose faults, perform high-quality repairs and keep accurate records using handheld tech.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, testing and installation work across housing stock, including occupied properties and void homes.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs to a high standard, ensuring compliance with current regulations and council procedures.
• Maintain accurate records using handheld technology and complete work safely.

Job description

Multi-skilled Electrician (3 roles available)

We are looking for a skilled, motivated Electrician to join our Housing Repairs Team to help us provide safe, well-maintained homes for our tenants. In this varied and rewarding role, you will carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, testing and installation work across our housing stock, including occupied properties and void homes. You will diagnose faults, complete repairs to a high standard, ensure compliance with current regulations, and contribute to a responsive, customer-focused service. As part of a professional, supportive team, you will use your technical expertise to resolve issues efficiently, maintain accurate records using handheld technology, and complete all work safely and in line with relevant legislation and Council procedures. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where your skills and expertise will make a real difference to tenants and local communities every day. If you are passionate about providing a first-class repairs service and take pride in delivering quality workmanship, we would love to hear from you.

• 37 hours hrs per week with a starting annual salary of £35,531
• Opportunity to increase annual salary via multiskilled assessment after 6 months service
• 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 22% employer's contribution
• Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses
• Continued training and development opportunities

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [e-mail] if you have any questions.

Closing Date: Sunday 8th November 2026 Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date