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Date Added: Thu 09/04/2026

Electrician

Leicester, UK
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Company: HAYS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT LIMITED

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £40,000 - £49,000 per annum

Your new companyAn established and respected housing provider is expanding its in-house electrical maintenance service and is seeking experienced Electricians to support repairs and compliance across Coventry, Leicestershire, Hinckley and Northampton. This organisation is known for offering a supportive working environment, excellent benefits and long-term career opportunities.If you're an experienced domestic electrician who takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team that values professionalism, customer service and technical expertise.

Your new roleYou'll play a key role in ensuring that thousands of homes across the region remain safe, compliant and well-maintained. Working in both occupied and empty properties, you will:

  • Carry out electrical installations, servicing and repairs
  • Complete inspection & testing to regulatory standards
  • Diagnose and rectify electrical faults
  • Maintain electrical systems and domestic appliances
  • Ensure all work complies with the latest IET Wiring Regulations

You'll be supported with the right tools, equipment and technology to deliver a first-class service.

What you'll need to succeedWe're seeking skilled and reliable Electricians with experience in domestic repairs and maintenance, ideally within the social housing sector. You will need:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Systems or equivalent
  • Inspection & Testing qualification (e.g., 2391/2394/2395)
  • 18th Edition (BS 7671)
  • Strong understanding of current IET Wiring Regulations
  • A full UK manual driving licence
  • Excellent customer service skills and a professional, solution-focused approach

Please ensure all relevant qualifications are clearly highlighted on your CV.

What you'll get in return

  • £40,762 basic salary
  • Performance bonus up to £5,000 per year
  • Average £4,000 per year in out-of-hours payments
  • Company van & fuel card
  • Power tools, uniform, PPE, mobile phone & iPad provided
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Access to a staff benefits portal with discounts across major retailers
  • Up to 8% pension contributions
  • 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service (plus option to buy 5 extra days)
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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