Contract: Full Time Permanent
Salary up to £42,020.69 per annum, plus company van & fuel card 1 in 4 weeks OOH
42.5 hours per week (8‑5 Monday‑Friday)
Location: Ilford
We are currently seeking a skilled and qualified Electrician to join our team in Ilford. This practical, field‑based role focuses primarily on tenanted properties, where you will maintain, repair and install electrical systems. You will ensure homes are safe, compliant and fit for occupation, delivering reactive repairs, planned maintenance and supporting wider refurbishment programmes. With a strong pipeline of work and an expanding presence in the area, this role offers an excellent opportunity to join a team that is making a positive impact within the local community. As the business continues to grow, we are looking for an individual who is proactive, dependable and committed to delivering high‑quality workmanship.
Electrical Duties
* Repair and replace faulty electrical accessories, including socket outlets, light fittings, switches and extractor fans.
* Inspect, test and certify electrical installations to ensure compliance with current regulations and safety standards.
* Fault diagnosis and rectification of consumer units (fuse boxes).
* Installation of new electrical accessories, including socket outlets, light fittings, switches and extractor fans.
* Carry out first‑fix electrical works, including full and partial rewires.
* Install additional socket outlets, cabling and associated accessories as required.
* Work independently or as part of a team to achieve daily repair and completion targets.
* Communicate clearly and professionally with tenants and residents, explaining the nature of works and expected outcomes.
* Ensure work areas are left clean, safe and tidy on completion of all tasks, fully with all health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.
* Always deliver a high standard of customer care.
* Use relevant IT and job management systems to manage, prioritise and complete workloads efficiently and within agreed timescales.
Role Criteria
* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations – including AM2.
* City & Guilds 18th Edition (or 17th edition that can be worked through to 18th).
* Inspection and Testing 2391 or equivalent (2394/2395).
* Full UK driving licence with a clean driving record.
* Previous domestic, social housing experience.
Benefits We Can Offer You
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Annual Mears Fun Day.
* Volunteering Leave – Mears supports paid volunteering in the community.
* Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts of up to 10% on weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, share save scheme and more.
* Family‑friendly policies.
* Company van, fuel card and uniform.
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK; Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21, have held your licence for over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:
Laura Bourne (laura.bourne@mearsgroup.co.uk).
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We also hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
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