Electrician

Live West Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Join Live West, the largest housing association in the South West, to help us provide high‑quality homes and services to our customers. We are looking for a skilled Electrician to maintain and improve our properties.

• Diagnose and repair domestic electrical systems, including fault‑finding, rewiring and monitoring.
• Ensure all work is completed to the highest standard, complying with building regulations and safety requirements.
• Provide a positive, professional approach to customers, ensuring their satisfaction.
• Perform periodic testing and installation work, ensuring compliance with best practice guidelines.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures, maintaining a safe working environment.
• Collaborate effectively with other team members to achieve departmental goals.
• Participate in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota and attend meetings & training as required.

• Make a difference:
  Contribute to the well‑being of our customers by ensuring their homes are safe and well‑maintained.
• Professional development:
  Access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Collaborative culture:
  Work with a dedicated and passionate team committed to delivering high‑quality service.

This is a full‑time, permanent role working 40 hours per week, with flexibility to be discussed during the interview.

For further information about this role and Live West, please view our candidate information pack.

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups.
• Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory Basic DBS check.

• Post‑qualification experience in the electrical industry, with a strong understanding of responsive maintenance.
• Proficiency in diagnosing electrical faults, performing periodic testing, and carrying out installation work.
• Experience working in customers’ homes, demonstrating a professional and positive approach.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Proficiency in the use and application of mobile technology.
• Full, manual, valid UK driving licence.

• Core apprenticeship, 2360 parts 1 & 2 or equivalent (NVQ3, City and Guilds).
• Desirable qualifications: 18th Edition BS7671 Electrical Wiring Regulations;
  Test and Inspect (2391 or equivalent); AM2 (Achievement Measurement Test); PV (Photovoltaic); EV (Electric Vehicles Charging Points); EESS (Electrical Energy Storage Systems). Required to be completed within a reasonable timeframe after probation.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the role without requiring sponsorship.

• Company van with fuel card for work‑related travel
• Full kit: uniform and PPE supplied
• Generous annual leave: 26 days (increasing to 30 days) plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro‑rated for part‑time).
• Pension contributions: up to 9% employer contributions with Defined Contribution scheme.
• Health benefits:
  
  cash plan (up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, Blue Light Card.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Family support policies, including new child payment.
• Wellbeing initiatives: mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, free flu jabs.
• Cycle to Work and Car Benefit schemes.
• Four paid volunteering days a year to support local communities.

Live West is committed to creating a home for everyone. Our values guide everything we do: collaboration, inclusive working, and delivering exceptional service. We have 1,800 colleagues serving 80,000 customers, and we nurture local talent to create opportunities within the communities we serve.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued. We are a Disability Confident Employer, signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, and a proud member of Inclusive Employers. We actively work to eliminate discrimination and promote diversity at all levels and welcome individuals of all backgrounds.

Entry level

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Management and Manufacturing