We have a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Electrician to join our team. You will join us on on a 12-month contract, in return for a salary of £30,459 per annum working 40 hours per week. During this time we will support and train you to complete your C&G 2391-52 qualification, to enable you to progress in your career.
As a Junior Electrician you will be responsible for providing a professional and customer orientated service. You will diagnose, undertake and efficiently complete repairs in both occupied and empty homes. You will also carry out a range of electrical repairs, installation and testing as responsive repairs, planned investment refurbishment works such as replacement kitchens & bathrooms and a planned programme of electrical installation condition reporting.
Specific tasks of the role include, but are not limited to:
- To execute works in accordance with trade qualifications and assist other trade operatives to fulfil their work orders.
- Be able to organise workload and complete works in accordance with trade standards and current Building Regulations.
- Ensure works completed are to the highest standard and are correctly completed first time as reasonably practicable.
- Ensure all KPI's are met including productivity levels, quality of work, 'right first time', recalls and appointments kept. This list is not exhaustive.
Skills and Experience required if you want to become our Junior Electrician:
- Hold a level 3 Electrical qualification, with 18th edition updates
- Basic power tool allocation will be provided, you will provide your own hand tools
- Posses a provisional or full UK driving licence
Black Country Homeforce is our in-house building maintenance team that operates throughout Birmingham and the Black Country. Homeforce are responsible for delivering over £2 million worth of disabled adaptations, responsive repairs and planned maintenance such as replacement kitchens and bathrooms as well as other domestic works.
In return for joining us as our Junior Electrician we can offer a range of benefits including:
24 Days Annual leave per year, plus bank holiday entitlements – so you can have a well-earned rest
Basic Power tool kit supplied – giving you the tools you need to do a good job
Uniform is provided – so you can always look your best
Staff recognition scheme – because hard work doesn’t go unnoticed
100% Annual Attendance Reward – to reward you for being there for our customers
Annual Pay Review – ensuring your pay reflects what’s happening in the market
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential support in health, wellbeing, financial and legal matters and our GP helpline 24/7 – because sometimes, we all need a helping hand
Life assurance – In case the worst should happen
A broad learning and development programme – to help you be the best that you can be
Access to an attractive contributory pension scheme – giving you peace of mind about life after work
The post holder will be subject to a standard DBS check and a three-month probation period
All staff are expected to live and demonstrate our values - We Not Me, We do what we say we will, We Care, We do the Right Thing, We Love to learn.
About us:
With over 2,200 homes across the Black Country and Birmingham, as well as a purpose-built Residential Care Home, we are deeply committed to supporting our local communities. Through our career development, training, and employment services, we help individuals achieve their aspirations.
Since our founding in 1974, we’ve significantly expanded both the number of homes we manage and the range of housing-related services we provide. Each year, we positively impact the lives of thousands of customers.
At Black Country Housing Group, our values are more than just words—they shape the way we operate and how our colleagues interact daily. We’re dedicated to the growth and well-being of our team, earning Gold recognition from Investors in People. We are also honoured to have received the Gold Award from the Armed Forces Covenant for our ongoing support of veterans and their families.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we continuously strive to create a more inclusive workplace. We are proud to promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those of different ages, disabilities, genders, sexual orientations, races, religions, and marital statuses. Reasonable adjustments will be made available if required during the interview process.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to join our friendly and dedicated team at BCHG!
How to Apply and Next Steps:
To apply for this role please complete the application form and upload your CV.
Closing Date: 12th May 2026
*Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than the stated closing date where we receive a high volume of applications.
If you have any questions about this vacancy, or require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please get in touch with our HR team via who will be happy to assist.
We kindly request that no direct approaches are made from agencies for this role and only applications made via our applicant tracking system (ATS) will be accepted