Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician (Electrician)

Havebury Housing Partnership; Bury St Edmunds; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card

Hybrid working

Annual leave 28–32 days

Pension 7–12%

Life assurance 3x salary

Flu jab provided

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Charging points for EVs

Medical cashback plan

Job summary

Havebury Housing Partnership is seeking an Electrician to service homes across East Anglia. You will diagnose faults, perform installations and work with residents to ensure a smooth experience, with a focus on first-time fixes.

The role requires Level 3 electrotechnical qualifications, BS 7671 18th edition, and a valid UK driving licence. We offer hybrid working from home and our office in Bury St Edmunds, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 electrotechnical qualification.
• BS 7671 18th edition certificate.
• Periodic Inspection & Testing qualification.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults with first-time-fix focus.
• Communicate scope, timescales and materials for additional works.
• Carry out minor works across related trades as directed.
• Plan and manage workload to meet targets and deliver responsive service.
• Maintain van stock levels to complete jobs efficiently.
• Inspect and test domestic properties in line with regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

IT literacy

Education

Level 3 Electrotechnical apprenticeship

BS 7671 18th edition (Level 3 Award)

Periodic Inspection and Testing (Level 3 Award)

Tools

Job management software

Job description

We have multiple great opportunities to join us as an Electrician! If you’re a skilled electrician who takes pride in delivering top-quality work, we want to hear from you. You’ll be out on the road across the region of East Anglia, making a real difference to people’s homes by carrying out expert electrical repairs and installations.

We own and manage c.8,000 homes in the east of England, working closely with other agencies and stakeholders within our communities. We build on the good foundations we have in place in being a customer-centric organisation, investing in our existing homes - including our zero-carbon journey - as well as building new homes.

A lot of our roles come with options around home and office flexible working, as well as a generous annual leave allowance and other benefits.

Outline of key responsibilities…

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults effectively, with a strong focus on first-time fixes to minimise disruption to residents
• Where additional works are identified, clearly communicate the scope, timescales, and materials required to ensure a smooth customer experience
• Carry out minor works across associated trades as required, or as directed by your line manager
• Plan and manage your workload effectively to meet target timescales and deliver a responsive service
• Maintain appropriate van stock levels to ensure you have the right materials on hand to complete jobs efficiently
• Carry out inspection and testing of domestic properties in line with current regulations

We are looking for someone who has…

• One of the following qualifications: Level 3 Electrotechnical apprenticeships incorporating end point assessment of competence; historical industry-approved apprenticeships or recognised equivalent qualifications; electrotechnical Experienced Worker Assessment (previously known as Mature Candidate Assessment)
• Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations: BS 7671 18th edition (or recognised equivalent)
• Level 3 Award in the Periodic Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations (or recognised equivalent)
• A genuine passion for delivering excellent customer service, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with residents in their homes
• Confident IT skills, with the ability to use job management software and complete electronic certification
• A full, valid UK driving licence

In return, we are offering…

• An annual salary starting at £43,000 (up to £45,000 when you become a qualified supervisor, and up to c.£8,500 if you choose to opt in to the out of hours service) plus a company van and fuel card
• We are committed to providing a healthy work-life balance for employees and their families, as such we operate hybrid working conditions from home and our office in Bury St Edmunds
• Flexible working around a 37 hour week
• Annual Leave - 28 days per year, (plus bank holidays) increasing to 32 days when you reach your 3rd year with us. To give greater flexibility around your holidays you can also buy, sell or carry over up to 5 days of annual leave each year
• Pension - between 7% - 12% dependant on individual contribution
• Life assurance - a payment of X3 your salary.
• Annual Flu Jab - provided each winter to all employees.
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme - plus we currently have free electric charging points
• Competitive medical cashback plan

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.