Trade Engineer- Electrician

CITIZEN; Coventry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizen is seeking a qualified Electrician (Trade Engineer) to join its Maintenance Operations team in Coventry. You will perform electrical repairs, planned installations and multi-skilled maintenance across residential, public and commercial properties, ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 and City & Guilds qualifications, a valid UK driving licence, and a proactive, customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma and City & Guilds qualifications demonstrate recognised electrical competence.
• Experience with inspection, testing and electrical installations is essential.
• Driving licence supports on-site travel to various properties.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out electrical planned installation works, repairs and maintenance across occupied, void, public and commercial properties.
• Undertaking multi-skilled maintenance tasks appropriate to trade and training level.
• Ensuring compliance with electrical regulations, health and safety requirements and industry standards.
• Maintaining accurate job records and documentation using electronic systems.

Education

NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems & Equipment

City & Guilds 18th Edition (latest amendments)

City & Guilds 2330 Levels 2 & 3 or equivalent

2391/2395 inspection and testing, and relevant electrical qualifications (or equivalent)

A valid UK driving licence

Job description

Are you a qualified Electrician looking for your next opportunity? At Citizen, we're looking for a skilled and customer-focused Trade Engineer (Electrician) to join our Maintenance Operations team.

You'll play an important role in maintaining and improving the homes and buildings we look after, delivering high-quality electrical repairs, planned maintenance and installation works across our residential, public and commercial properties.

If you take pride in your workmanship, put customers first and are passionate about delivering a safe and reliable service, we'd love to hear from you.

Position: Trade Engineer- Electrician Advanced Plus (Multiskilled)

Location: St James Lane, Coventry, CV3 3FX

Manager’s Quote:

We are a tight-knit, collaborative team where your technical expertise is genuinely respected, meaning you won’t be micromanaged—just trusted to deliver brilliant work.

We keep things fresh by tackling a really diverse pipeline of projects. Joining this team means much more than just hitting job targets; it is an opportunity to actively shape the future of our business as we expand into green energy and advanced installations. I treat my team as equal professionals, ensuring everyone has a clear, supported pathway to upskill.

Interview date: 15th December 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out electrical planned installation works, repairs, maintenance across occupied and void properties, as well as public and commercial buildings.
• Undertaking associated multi-skilled maintenance tasks appropriate to your trade and level of training.
• Ensuring all work meets relevant electrical regulations, health and safety requirements and industry standards.
• Maintaining accurate job records, electrical certificates and documentation using electronic systems and handheld devices.
• Managing company equipment, vehicle stock and materials effectively to support efficient service delivery.
• Delivering a professional, customer-focused service while contributing to continuous improvement and high-quality maintenance services.

Qualifications and experience

• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems & Equipment (or equivalent), alongside a recognised electrical apprenticeship.
• City & Guilds 18th Edition (including latest amendments)
• City & Guilds 2330 Levels 2 & 3 or equivalent
• 2391/2395 inspection and testing, and relevant electrical qualifications (or equivalent).
• A valid ECS or JIB card (Desirable)
• Experience in social housing or a similar maintenance environment, including working in occupied and void properties.
• A good understanding of health and safety requirements, with basic multi-skilled knowledge of other trades such as plumbing and carpentry.
• Good IT skills, a commitment to ongoing professional development
• A full UK driving licence.