About The Job
Job Title: Approved Electrician
Location: Ashford, Kent
Salary: Up to £20.63 per hour - depending on skills and experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Closing Date: 22nd March 2026
About The Role
We are looking an enthusiastic qualified approved electrician to complement our existing direct services team and join our electrical services division.
The role will principally involve periodic electrical installation condition reports, refurbishments and repairs to electrical installations.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
Have an all-round knowledge and experience of electrical installations and the wiring regulations together with the right demeanour for working as a team and in occupied properties.
Be conscientious, quality driven and well organised.
Be computer literate
Have good communication skills and be committed to providing a high-quality service to our tenants
Candidates Should Hold The Qualifications Of
BS7671 (Current Edition)
City & Guilds Level 3 2391: Initial Verification & Periodic Inspection and Testing
Periodic Inspection of Electrical Installations
Initial Verification of Electrical Installations
You will need to hold a current valid driving licence as a company van will be provided.
Benefits
We offer a competitive remuneration package including:
We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme
Generous annual leave with flexi time
Free life insurance
Supportive relocation package
Opportunities for training and development
Additional Information
Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide.
We welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community.
To find out further information about the role and to view the full job description, please visit the council's website.
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