Electrician
Build Recruitment
West Hampstead · posted 17 August 2026
Salary
£46,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
West Hampstead, Greater London
Category
Property Services
Electrician – Social Housing Reactive MaintenanceLocation: North West London
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £46,000 per annum
Vehicle: Company van & fuel card provided
Sector: Social Housing / Housing Association
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrician to join a social housing repairs and maintenance team covering North West London.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrician looking for a secure, permanent position carrying out reactive electrical repairs, maintenance, testing and fault finding across occupied social housing properties.
The RoleYour day-to-day work will involve electrical repairs, maintenance, testing and fault finding across domestic social housing properties.
Key duties include:
Carrying out reactive electrical repairs within occupied social housing properties
Fault finding and diagnostics on domestic electrical systems
Completing EICRs, testing and inspection works
Identifying electrical defects and completing remedial works
General domestic electrical maintenance and repairs
Using a PDA/handheld device to manage and update jobs
Working professionally within tenants' homes
Maintaining high standards of workmanship, cleanliness and customer service
Managing your own daily workloadSocial Housing ExperiencePrevious experience within social housing, housing associations, council properties or domestic reactive maintenance is highly desirable.
You will be working directly in residents' homes, so a professional, respectful and customer-focused approach is essential.
Requirements
Qualified Electrician with proven domestic maintenance experience
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Experience working in occupied properties
Social housing experience preferred
Full UK driving licence
Good communication and customer service skillsQualifications
City & Guilds Level 2 & 3 Electrical Installation
NVQ Level 3
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
2391 Testing & Inspection or equivalentPackage & Benefits
£46,000 basic salary
Company van & fuel card
25–27 days holiday bank holidays
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Additional holiday with length of service
Competitive pension scheme – up to 9% matched
3x salary life assurance
Health Cash Back Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Lifestyle and shopping discounts
Professional subscription support
Training and e-learning opportunities
Financial support towards relevant professional qualifications
Cycle to Work scheme
Season ticket loan
Car Lease Scheme
Learning allowance available after probation and 6 months' serviceLocationThe position covers North West London, working across social housing properties within the local area.
This role would suit an electrician based in or around North West London who is looking for a permanent position, strong benefits package and long-term career opportunity within social housing.
To apply or find out more, please contact Tom at Build Recruitment on (phone number removed) or send your CV to
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