Electrician in Leeds

Electrician - Social Housing

Location: Leeds & Surrounding Areas

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Contract Type: Permanent (PAYE) or Subcontract

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Reporting To: Electrical Contracts Manager

Travel: Required throughout Leeds and the surrounding region

The Role

We are currently seeking experienced Electricians to join a growing team delivering electrical maintenance, testing, inspection and installation works within the social housing sector across Leeds and the surrounding areas.

This is a field-based role requiring a qualified Electrician with strong experience in domestic properties, including rewires, consumer unit replacements, fault finding, EICRs, remedial works and general electrical repairs. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all work is completed safely, compliantly and to a high standard of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) in accordance with the latest BS7671 regulations.
• Complete electrical inspections, testing and certification using digital reporting software.
• Undertake rewires, consumer unit (board) changes and electrical installations.
• Diagnose electrical faults and complete associated remedial works.
• Conduct emergency lighting testing and installation where required.
• Produce accurate certification and compliance documentation.
• Ensure all work meets NICEIC and industry quality standards.
• Adhere to all Health & Safety policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure materials are managed efficiently.
• Support and mentor apprentices when required.
• Work collaboratively with operational and technical teams to ensure contracts are delivered on time.
• Meet individual and team performance targets and KPIs.
• Maintain excellent customer service standards when working within occupied residential properties.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Fully Qualified Electrician.
• City & Guilds 2391, 2394/2395 or equivalent Testing & Inspection qualification.
• Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification (2330, 2365 or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Valid ECS Card.
• Asbestos Awareness certification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Essential Experience

• Previous experience working within the Social Housing sector.
• Experience carrying out EICRs, testing and inspection works.
• Strong background in domestic electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Experience of rewires, consumer unit upgrades and fault finding.
• Experience with emergency lighting installation and testing.
• Familiarity with handheld tablets and certification software.
• Thorough understanding of Electricity at Work Regulations and current BS7671 standards.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Good IT literacy and reporting skills.
• Strong commitment to health and safety compliance.
• Reliable, organised and professional approach.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £38,000 - £42,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
• Stable, long-term work within the social housing sector.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with a healthy work-life balance.
• Variety of testing, maintenance, repair and installation projects.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive management team and career progression prospects.

Ideal Background

This opportunity would suit Electricians with experience in:

• Social Housing Maintenance
• Planned Works Programmes
• Responsive Repairs
• Property Services
• Domestic Electrical Contracting
• Electrical Compliance & Testing

Applicants must have previous social housing experience and be comfortable working within occupied residential properties across Leeds and the surrounding areas.