Social Housing Electrician: EICRs, Fault Finding & Repairs

Wates Group; Croydon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates Group is seeking a skilled Electrician to join our WPS team, based out of Croydon and covering surrounding areas. You will deliver high-quality maintenance and repair services in social housing properties with emphasis on safety and first-time fixes.

Key duties include EICRs, fault finding, fan installation, PAT testing, and collaboration with other trades to complete repairs. A full UK driving licence and NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation are essential.

Qualifications

• Essential NVQ Level 3 and electrical testing qualifications.
• Proven ability to fault-find and repair electrical systems.
• Competent with EICRs and PAT testing processes.

Responsibilities

• Full electrical testing and production of EICRs.
• Fault finding and rectification.
• Installation of fans, including core drilling when required.
• Replacing and cleaning accessories as needed.
• PAT testing of appliances and tools.
• Delivering a first-time fix approach with customer service.
• Working safely in line with Health & Safety standards.
• Collaborating with other trades to complete repairs.
• Completing job records and material usage via PDA.

Skills

EICRs

Fault finding

First-time fix

Customer service

Health & Safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Inspection & Testing (2391)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Wates Group is seeking a skilled Electrician to join our WPS team, based out of Croydon and covering surrounding areas. You will deliver high-quality maintenance and repair services in social housing properties with emphasis on safety and first-time fixes.

Key duties include EICRs, fault finding, fan installation, PAT testing, and collaboration with other trades to complete repairs. A full UK driving licence and NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation are essential.