Electrician

ElectricianPay: £22 - £27 per hour PAYE (depending on experience)Standby payment (paid for rota'd week whether called out or not) - Primary - £200.13 - Secondary - £200.13Callout - £17.65Location: Covering North Northamptonshire, predominantly Corby and Kettering Length: 3 Months (ongoing) Hours: 37 hours per weekMon-Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm (30 min break)Fri: 8:30am - 4:00pm (30 min break) Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of North Northamptonshire Council for experienced Electricians to join their Housing Services team carrying out essential electrical works across social housing properties throughout the North Northamptonshire area.This is a varied field-based role working within both occupied and void properties, carrying out electrical maintenance, repair, and installation work across a range of settings as well as testing and inspection. The majority of work will be based across Corby and Kettering. As an Electrician, your responsibilities will include:Carrying out electrical remedial works within occupied and void social housing propertiesUndertaking testing and inspection activities to ensure compliance and safety standards are metCompleting rewiring works where requiredDiagnosing and resolving electrical faults efficientlyEnsuring all works are completed to a high standard in line with current regulationsAccurately completing relevant documentation and certificationDelivering excellent customer service when working within tenants' homesParticipating in the out-of-hours emergency call-out rotaAdditional Benefits & Information:Mileage paid at 45p per mile when using your own vehicleCompany vehicle may be available where requiredOwn standard power tools beneficialCall-out rota: 1 week in every 4 weeksOngoing contract opportunity with immediate start availableEssential Qualifications:Applicants must hold and be able to provide proof of:City & Guilds 2360 Parts 1 & 2 (or equivalent)City & Guilds 2382 18th EditionCity & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection (or equivalent)Additional Requirements:Proven experience in testing and inspectionExperience working within domestic or social housing environments is desirableFull UK Driving LicenceWillingness to undertake CAT B Asbestos Awareness Training (or provide current certification)We're Looking For Someone Who Can Demonstrate:Strong technical electrical knowledgeAbility to work independently across multiple sitesExcellent fault-finding and problem-solving skillsGood communication and customer service skillsCommitment to safe working practices and compliance standardsReliability, flexibility, and a proactive approach to workInterviews will be held face-to-face at the Council depot in Corby or Kettering. If you're a qualified Electrician looking for an opportunity with a respected local authority, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team making a real difference to homes and communities across North Northamptonshire. All offers will be subject to satisfactory compliance screening, including right to work in the UK and references.