Reference: CBC25066
Salary details: £39,152 to £40,777
Job term: Permanent
Appointment type: Full time
Hours: 37 Hours per week
Location: Stonegravels Depot
Department: Housing Property Services
CBC25066 - Job description and person specification.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrician to join our excellent repairs and maintenance team. It is a varied role ranging from working on day-to-day repairs and maintenance through to refurbishments to council housing in Chesterfield.
The successful candidate must have the ability to carry out repairs, fault finding and installation work of electrical installations, have proven Inspection and electrical testing experience on domestic properties within this role.
It will be advantageous but not essential to have a knowledge and ability to undertake a range of other associated trade skills and work alongside other trades
The successful applicant will have a ‘can do’ approach to work and would enjoy the challenge of making our Housing Property Services even more successful.
Required Qualifications:
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (including AM2 or equivalent)
- City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395 in Inspection and Testing
- BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification
- Asbestos Awareness or Category B certification (preferred but not essential)
Skills & Experience:
- Strong understanding of health and safety regulations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable, self-motivated, and proactive in approach
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to demonstrate empathy, care and professionalism in all interactions
Previous experience of working in social housing would be beneficial, although not essential.
In return:
- Not only will you receive a very competitive salary but also receive a generous leave entitlement and have access to a very attractive pension scheme, as well as a range of other benefits offered to employees working for Chesterfield Borough Council.
- You will also be supported in training and personal development. Chesterfield Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, race, religion or belief or any protected characteristic.
If you would like an accessible version of a job description then please contact the Human Resources team.
Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.
How to apply
Interested candidates should initially apply with their CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role. Please send it to hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk no later than the closing date shown below.
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Closing date: 28 September 2025
Provisional interview date: 13 October 2025