Electrician

Portsmouth, Hampshire

Up to £41k basic per year, plus van, fuel card, uniform, tools, PDA.

Call out and overtime available

08:00 - 17:00 Mondays to Fridays

Reed Recruitment are recruiting for electricians on a permanent basis for our reputable and established client who offers social housing responsive repairs and maintenance. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Electrical tests and inspections

• Reactive repairs and fault finding.

• Full domestic electrical rewiring.

• Electrical installation to kitchens and bathrooms.

• Electrical installation of domestic heating systems.

• Diagnose and rectify faults within core field of expertise.

• Respond swiftly to all emergency situations and resolve them efficiently.

• Undertake all work efficiently and cost effectively, minimising non-productive time wherever possible, and reporting any difficulties encountered to the Resource Controller and/or Supervisor

• Apply Company Health & Safety rules in all you do, using risk assessments, method statements and PPE when needed.

• Maintain accurate records of works undertaken, with photographic evidence as necessary.

• Maintain tools, plant and equipment in a safe, clean and workable condition.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Able to use the phone to communicate effectively, explaining yourself clearly and concisely understanding what information you need or need to provide.

• Be comfortable in dealing with tenants and remain professional, even when issues are contentious, especially when explaining works to tenants.

• Have a practical approach to health and safety, ensuring you and others are always safe.

• CSCS card would be an advantage.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED

• NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent in Electrical

• 18th Edition wiring Regulation

• Testing and Inspection 2391 or equivalent 2394 -2395 

• Full current driving licence - no more than 3 points

• A DBS check is required before commencement of role

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 2-5 years of working in Social Housing or Building Maintenance environment.