DLO Electrician
| Posting date: | 23 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £148.05 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 May 2026 |
| Location: | Brighton, East Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Nations Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Job Category: Trades & Operatives
Location: Courtney King House, 169 Eastern Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 0AP,
Southern Housing
Hours Per Week: 40
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £148.05 per day
About the Role
Southern Housing is looking for a skilled Electrician to join our Direct Services team, delivering a high‑quality, resident‑focused repairs and maintenance service. You’ll play a key role in reactive repairs, inspections, and compliance work across occupied and void properties, helping ensure our residents have safe, well‑maintained homes.
You’ll work as part of a dedicated team but will be trusted to manage your own workload efficiently, always aiming for a first‑time fix and excellent customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, inspections, testing and surveys in line with regulations and safety standards
Complete work orders and reports accurately using mobile systems
Deliver works within agreed response times and quality standards
Diagnose and rectify faults efficiently, minimising repeat visits
Support emergency call‑out services via a fair rota system
Liaise professionally with residents, including those who may be vulnerable
Support team colleagues, including mentoring when required
Ensure tools, stock, and company vehicles are maintained safely and responsibly
Promote health & safety, compliance, equality, diversity and Southern Housing’s HEART values
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in electrical maintenance or installation within housing or a similar environment
Recognised electrical qualifications, including:
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) with AM2 / AM2E
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Inspection & Testing qualification (e.g. 2391 or 2395)
Strong working knowledge of building regulations, NICEIC standards and health & safety legislation
Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
Excellent communication and customer‑focused approach
Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours and emergency rotas
Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Company van, tools, uniform, fuel card and mobile device
Generous annual leave entitlement plus additional benefits
Pension scheme and life assurance
Ongoing training and development opportunities
The chance to make a real difference to residents’ lives
Additional Information
The role requires a basic DBS check
Flexibility to work evenings or weekends when required
Location: Courtney King House, 169 Eastern Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 0AP,
Southern Housing
Hours Per Week: 40
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £148.05 per day
About the Role
Southern Housing is looking for a skilled Electrician to join our Direct Services team, delivering a high‑quality, resident‑focused repairs and maintenance service. You’ll play a key role in reactive repairs, inspections, and compliance work across occupied and void properties, helping ensure our residents have safe, well‑maintained homes.
You’ll work as part of a dedicated team but will be trusted to manage your own workload efficiently, always aiming for a first‑time fix and excellent customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, inspections, testing and surveys in line with regulations and safety standards
Complete work orders and reports accurately using mobile systems
Deliver works within agreed response times and quality standards
Diagnose and rectify faults efficiently, minimising repeat visits
Support emergency call‑out services via a fair rota system
Liaise professionally with residents, including those who may be vulnerable
Support team colleagues, including mentoring when required
Ensure tools, stock, and company vehicles are maintained safely and responsibly
Promote health & safety, compliance, equality, diversity and Southern Housing’s HEART values
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in electrical maintenance or installation within housing or a similar environment
Recognised electrical qualifications, including:
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) with AM2 / AM2E
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
Inspection & Testing qualification (e.g. 2391 or 2395)
Strong working knowledge of building regulations, NICEIC standards and health & safety legislation
Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
Excellent communication and customer‑focused approach
Willingness to participate in out‑of‑hours and emergency rotas
Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Company van, tools, uniform, fuel card and mobile device
Generous annual leave entitlement plus additional benefits
Pension scheme and life assurance
Ongoing training and development opportunities
The chance to make a real difference to residents’ lives
Additional Information
The role requires a basic DBS check
Flexibility to work evenings or weekends when required