Overview
Job Category: Trades & Operatives
Location: Hooper Court, 4 The Hard (Ground Floor), Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PU, United Kingdom
Southern Housing
Hours Per Week: 40
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £148.05 per day
About the Role
Southern Housing is looking for a skilled Electrician to join our Direct Services team, delivering a high‑quality, resident‑focused repairs and maintenance service. You’ll play a key role in reactive repairs, inspections, and compliance work across occupied and void properties, helping ensure our residents have safe, well‑maintained homes.
You’ll work as part of a dedicated team but will be trusted to manage your own workload efficiently, always aiming for a first‑time fix and excellent customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, inspections, testing and surveys in line with regulations and safety standards
* Complete work orders and reports accurately using mobile systems
* Deliver works within agreed response times and quality standards
* Diagnose and rectify faults efficiently, minimising repeat visits
* Support emergency call‑out services via a fair rota system
* Liaise professionally with residents, including those who may be vulnerable
* Support team colleagues, including mentoring when required
* Ensure tools, stock, and company vehicles are maintained safely and responsibly
* Promote health & safety, compliance, equality, diversity and Southern Housing’s HEART values
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in electrical maintenance or installation within housing or a similar environment
* Recognised electrical qualifications, including:
* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) with AM2 / AM2E
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* Inspection & Testing qualification (e.g. 2391 or 2395)
* Strong working knowledge of building regulations, NICEIC standards and health & safety legislation
* Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
* Excellent communication and customer‑focused approach
* Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours and emergency rotas
* Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Company van, tools, uniform, fuel card and mobile device
* Generous annual leave entitlement plus additional benefits
* Pension scheme and life assurance
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* The chance to make a real difference to residents’ lives
Additional Information
* The role requires a basic DBS check
* Flexibility to work evenings or weekends when required
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