Electrician

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Southwark to assist with the appointment of an Electrician, on a 3-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £18.89 - £24.40 per Hour

Summary:

The Electrician will be responsible for providing high-quality electrical repairs, maintenance, and installation services across Southwark Councils housing and property stock. The role requires strong diagnostic skills, self-management, and the ability to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. The successful candidate will work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure tenant safety and satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Electrical Maintenance & Installation: Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, and installation within council-managed properties. Ensure compliance with wiring regulations (BS 7671) and certification under NICEIC.
• Customer Service & Resident Interaction: Work directly with tenants and stakeholders, providing clear communication regarding work to be carried out. Ensure a customer-focused approach, delivering a high standard of service.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all work adheres to Health & Safety regulations, building codes, and fire safety guidelines. Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow risk assessments to maintain a safe working environment.
• Vehicle & Tool Management: Responsible for the security, maintenance, and use of allocated vehicles and tools. Ensure materials, equipment, and stock are properly managed to support efficient service delivery.
• Supervision & Training: Provide mentoring and guidance to apprentices, trainees, and junior staff. Share specialist knowledge and support team development through coaching and training initiatives.

Qualifications:

• C&G 2361 Part 1 & 2 or Level 2 & 3 in Electrical Installations.
• C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing certification.
• C&G 2382 18th Edition certification.

Experience:

• Demonstrable experience in electrical repairs and installation within residential housing.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards, Health & Safety legislation, and building regulations.
• Ability to work independently, make on-the-spot decisions, and manage workloads efficiently.
• Experience working with diverse communities and responding to customer needs.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at short notice.
• You should have the right to work in the U.K.

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and are an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated, all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer-term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. In case the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.