Electrician

Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you’ll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals.

We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other. It is testament to the professionalism of our construction teams that for an unprecedented thirteenth year, Site Managers have won more NHBC Pride in the Job Awards than any other housebuilder.

Reporting to the Site Manager/Electrical Supervisor and working among a wide range of Trades and Sub Contractors, you’ll make sure that materials are stored, protected and the site is safe and in good order. Helping us build quality homes on time and to budget, you’ll be an important member of the team, so we’re looking for a hardworking, reliable, pro-active individual who can get on with others – and who can also get on with the work without close supervision.

You will be expected to:

• Carry out all works on site as instructed by the Site Manager and in line with BDW Trade Specification, standards and procedures as per the good practice guide.
• Take personal responsibility for Health and Safety on site and work in accordance with the Method and Risk Assessments.
• Ensure working area is kept clean and tidy to prevent trip hazards and that all appropriate PPE is worn.
• Maintain clear and material free access to plots and escape routes.
• All installations as per the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• First Fix Electrical installed correctly.
• Second Fix ensure that all materials are correct, undamaged and installed to be checks completed to ensure defect free.
• Electrical Domestic Installation certificates completed.
• Fire Detection and Alarm commissioning certs completed.
• On completion all necessary paperwork completed and put into Plot File.
• Carry out material management to ensure all kits have been delivered in full and undamaged.
• Requisition to the Site Manager any materials required for Variations and extras.

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

• Operative to be hard working, reliable and trustworthy.
• Hold SVQ Level 3.
• Recognised Apprenticeship.
• SJIB Recognised 18th IET Wiring regulations (BS7671).
• SJIB Recognised 18th Edition Inspection & Testing (BS7671).
• CSCS Card Holder.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover.
• Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies.
• Pension with first-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.
• Annual Health Assessment for all colleagues.
• Access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts.
• Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers.
• Additional benefits including death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.