Title:  Fire Electrician

Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations.  As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.

Fire Electrician

Clockwise Wood Green, London, N22 - Covering London and the South East region

£45,257- £47,639 per year

40 hours per week – Monday to Friday

We are looking for a qualified Fire Electrician to join our London team. You’ll predominately be carrying out small works/remedial works and the occasional planned preventative maintenance works when the business requires it. The role is mainly lone working; however, you will join a wider team of experienced engineers. This role is mobile covering the London and South East Region, therefore you’ll be provided with a company van and all the power and essential tools needed for the job to ensure properties are compliant and safe. The ideal candidate will have experience in fire alarm and emergency lighting upgrades and be a Qualified Electrician C&G 2391 approved.

The role of Fire Electrician will include:

• Carrying out fire servicing, repair and installation works in compliance with relevant regulations to ensure the Group's properties are compliant and safe
• Providing accurate and timely information on progress and advice that is easily understood by the customer
• Ensuring accurate daily work records are completed
• Carrying out maintenance of systems including Fire Alarms, Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Lighting, Fire Shutters and Curtains to ensure safe and compliant properties
• Conduct remedial works and maintenance of fire and life safety systems up to 240v, this includes remedial works to Emergency Lighting
• Resolve problems or set into motion the means of resolution, ensuring customers are kept informed in line with agreed processes and within contract
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and stocks are replenished as needed
• Respond positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery to meet customer expectations

Skills and experiences:

• To ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to City & Guilds qualification, NVQ 3 as Electrician (Part P & 18th edition 2nd amendment 2382-UP) or currently undertaking the qualification. If you have a lower level qualification along with practical experience and would be prepared to undertake this qualification with the support of Sanctuary Group, we would still welcome an application
• Emergency lighting in line with BS 5266
• Inspection, testing & certification of electrical installations . 2391-52
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) or NICEIC / NAPIT
• Proven experience of undertaking a similar role
• Experience of analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions
• Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation
• Excellent interpersonal and customer care skills
• Working knowledge of fire safety issues
• Good communication skills
• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence.

As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted.

About us

Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.

Our Benefits    

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 24 days annual leave plus public holidays
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans  
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee recognition scheme
• Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• Role salary is £44,007 with an additional policy allowance of £1,249 per annum (rising to £46,324 with an additional policy allowance of £1,315 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

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Closing Date: 05 November 2024

Before you apply, please ensure you have an updated copy of your CV. If you're unsure about any details or have questions about the role, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – propertyservices.rec@sanctuary.co.uk

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.