Versatile Electrician

Position: Skilled Electrical Technician

As a valued member of our Property Maintenance and Construction Department, you will play a crucial role in our maintenance teams.

Location: Ashington (base location)

Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Compensation: £37,292 per annum, with an OTE of approximately £43,000 per annum (including standby payments).

Role Overview:

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Skilled Electrical Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for executing all electrical repairs and associated multi-skilled tasks across both residential and commercial properties, ensuring a high standard of quality and exceptional customer service.

Candidate Profile:

To excel in this position, you should possess a flexible mindset and experience in a property maintenance environment that is both domestic and commercial. At Bernicia, we prioritize customer satisfaction, so you will need to demonstrate outstanding customer service skills while interacting with a diverse range of individuals.

As an ambassador for Bernicia, you will engage with all service stakeholders, promoting our positive impact within the community. We believe in putting people at the center of our operations, striving to deliver a first-class service that we can all take pride in.

We are committed to continuous improvement, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to enhancing our customer experience by adapting to new methods of working.

Technical Requirements:

For this role, you should have a solid understanding of your trade and a comprehensive knowledge of the broader construction sector, including components, materials, and applicable regulations. It is essential to hold an NVQ/City & Guilds Certificate qualifying you as an Electrician, along with the 18th Edition, Testing & Inspection certification, and a valid driving license. Experience in a customer-focused environment is also crucial.

Benefits:

• On-call retainer of £30 per day, with overtime compensation for call-outs
• 36 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Generous pension scheme
• Discounts on shopping, groceries, holidays, and leisure activities through our Bernicia Own Benefits platform
• Various training and development opportunities
• All necessary power tools, equipment, and workwear provided

About Bernicia:

• We are dedicated to assisting individuals in need of housing, believing that a good home enables many other possibilities.
• As one of the North East's largest and most successful housing providers, we build, rent, sell, and manage homes while serving over 60,000 customers.
• Our people-focused approach has earned us the Investors in People Gold Award since 2010.
• Our core values foster a unique culture at Bernicia, emphasizing customer focus, teamwork, respect, accountability, integrity, and leadership.

If you are passionate about making a difference and delivering quality service, we would be pleased to hear from you.