Social Housing Testing Electrician
| Posting date: | 27 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £19.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Dependent on Experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 8NN |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4775038_1772200005 |
Summary
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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