Overview
Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Ipswich – covering Ipswich, Colchester and Chelmsford areas
£39,799 - £41,894 per year
40 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 16:30pm
Role
We’re looking for an Electrician to join our team based in Ipswich. You will be responsible for carrying out electrical maintenance to tenanted and void properties. Forming part of a team of repair operatives this role will be lone working with occasional team work as and when required, therefore using your own initiative is essential. A company van and tools will be provided for business use to enable you to provide a high-quality service to customers.
Responsibilities
* Inspecting and testing of occupied and void properties and completing any remedials required, ensuring safety and compliance
* Completing all paperwork and producing certification associated with works undertaken
* Monitoring and maintaining good levels of van stock and ensuring tools and equipment are kept in a suitable condition
Skills and qualifications
* To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to NVQ Level 3, BS5839-1, 18th Edition - 2nd Amendment, inspection and testing 2391 or equivalent, BS5839-6 or currently undertaking the qualification. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
* Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation
* Analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions
* Good communication and interpersonal skills along with a customer focused approach
* This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence
About us
We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
* A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
* Life Assurance
* Employee Advice Service including counselling
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Voluntary health plans
* Wellbeing support and tools
* Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
* £39,799 per annum (rising to £41,894 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
How to apply
If youre unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – propertyservices.rec@sanctuary.co.uk
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.
Building Equality and Diversity
Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.
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