Social Housing Testing Electrician
Posted Today by Hays
Negotiable
Undetermined
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Wakefield, Yorkshire, UK
Summary: The role of a Temporary Electrician focuses on supporting a social housing contractor in Wakefield, specifically within void properties as part of a kitchen installation program. The electrician will perform various electrical tasks, ensuring compliance with safety standards and working collaboratively with other trades. This ongoing position offers consistent weekly hours and stability for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Minor electrical adjustments during kitchen refurbishments
- Moving and installing plug sockets
- Testing and certifying your own work (post-installation)
- Ensuring all works are completed safely and in line with 18th Edition standards
- Working closely with joiners, fitters, and other trades on site
Key Skills:
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382)
- 2391 (or 2394/2395) Testing & Inspection
- Experience working in social housing or domestic settings (desirable)
- Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality workmanship
Salary (Rate): £19 hourly
City: Wakefield
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Temporary Electrician - Social Housing Voids (Wakefield)£19 PAYE per hour 40 hours per week
Monday-Friday, 8:00-16:30Ongoing Temporary Contract
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrician to support a busy social housing contractor in Wakefield, working within void properties as part of a full kitchen installation programme.
The Role
You will be carrying out a range of light to moderate electrical tasks within empty social housing properties, including:
- Minor electrical adjustments during kitchen refurbishments
- Moving and installing plug sockets
- Testing and certifying your own work (post-installation)
- Ensuring all works are completed safely and in line with 18th Edition standards
- Working closely with joiners, fitters, and other trades on site
This is a temporary but ongoing position, offering stability for the right person with consistent weekly hours.
Requirements
To be successful, you must have:
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382)
- 2391 (or 2394/2395) Testing & Inspection
- Experience working in social housing or domestic settings (desirable)
- Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality workmanship
Pay & Hours
- £19 PAYE per hour
- 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 16:30pm
Location
- Based in Wakefield, working across local void properties
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