Electrician (Urgent Repairs)

Electrician (Urgent Repairs)
Salary: £44,819 + Excellent Benefits
Location: High Wycombe & Chesham, with travel across our operating area (Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire)
Location of work: South Buckinghamshire.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 42.5 hours per week
Included: Company van + fuel card for business usage and uniform

Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose?

At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.

Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve

If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future.

We’re now looking for a skilled and confident Electrician to join our Repairs & Maintenance team. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy working independently and take pride in delivering excellent customer service, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.

About the Role

As an Urgent Repairs Electrician, you’ll respond to emergency and reactive electrical issues in our customers’ homes. You’ll diagnose faults quickly, carry out safe and effective repairs and aim for a first‑time fix wherever possible.

This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy and problem‑solving. You’ll work mostly independently, with occasional support from colleagues for larger or more complex jobs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to urgent and reactive electrical repairs across our homes

• Diagnose faults quickly and carry out safe, compliant repairs

• Aim for first‑time fix wherever possible

• Work independently, managing your own workload and priorities

• Maintain accurate records and complete all required documentation

• Represent SettleParadigm professionally and courteously at all times

• Ensure all work meets current regulations and safety standards

• Keep your van stocked, tools maintained and equipment in good order

• Optionally participate in out‑of‑hours work (voluntary, not required)

What We’re Looking For

Must haves:

• City & Guilds 2365 or equivalent qualification

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

• Experience in housing repairs, maintenance or similar environments

• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Basic understanding of Health & Safety legislation

• Full UK driving licence

Nice to haves:

• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing

• Full clean licence

For added brilliance:

• Experience working in social housing

Benefits

At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.

• annual salary: £44,819 + Excellent Benefits

• 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options

• Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice

• Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

• Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)

• Life cover and income protection

• Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging

And that’s just the beginning! We’re also thrilled to provide:

• Mental Health First Aiders available to support

• Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)

• Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships

• 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities

• Peer-recognition rewards platform

• Paid professional subscription (one per year)

Working Hours

• 42.5 hours per week (08:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday)

• Monday to Friday

• Travel required across our property portfolio

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of the communities we serve. We would like to encourage applications from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from underrepresented groups.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required.

Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.

Closing Date: 19/05/2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.