Electrician in Watford

37 hours per week

At Watford Community Housing, we provide vital services that help people to live better lives. We’re looking for an experienced electrician to join our in-house repairs team and help us deliver a high-quality repairs and maintenance service to our residents.

What’s the role?

As part of our Gateway Repairs Team (GRT), you will deliver effective high-quality installation, repair, and maintenance services to our customers. You will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of works from a pre-allocated appointment system. You will work closely with the team leader, escalating any concerns or queries regarding your works.

What are we looking for?

You will be customer-focused, with the ability to interact empathetically with a wide variety of people. You will have the ability to accurately complete reports – both hand-written paperwork and on handheld devices/PDAs. You will be well organised and able to work well as part of a team.

The ideal candidate will have worked in a similar role and will be able to demonstrate relevant experience, an understanding of health & safety regulations, and qualifications in the following: 

Essential:

·  18th Edition qualification (or 17th Edition working towards 18th) 

·  NVQ level 3 (2356 / 2357)

·  2360/2330/2365 or part 1 & 2 qualification

·  2391 or 2394/5 inspection and testing

·  You will need to hold a full, clean UK driving licence

·  Have a satisfactory basic-level DBS check.

Desirable:

·  AM2

·  Knowledge/experience of the housing sector

·  Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel

What can we offer you?

We know that people are our most valuable assets, so we offer a range of benefits including 28 days’ annual leave, an employer pension contribution of up to 11%, development opportunities and access to a comprehensive employee rewards scheme.

Working hours are Monday – Thursday - 8am – 4:30pm and Friday's - 08:00 - 16:00. Out-of-hours call out is also available. 

You will also have use of a company vehicle and fuel card.

How we work

We are committed to embracing the most positive aspects of agile working. We take a blended approach to how we work, so that colleagues have the flexibility to strike the right balance between working in our communities, in our shared spaces and remotely. With digital technology at the heart of our work, teams and individuals are empowered to decide the best way to meet the needs of their role.

How to apply

If this sounds like your next role, click ‘apply now ’, tell us why you've got what it takes and send us a copy of your current CV.

The closing date is 04 June 2024 (but please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a large response ). Interviews will take place 05 June 2024.