Electrician
Salary: £44,819+ Excellent Benefits
Location: Letchworth Garden City (working across Hertfordshire and surrounding counties) Contract: Permanent
Hours: 42.5 hours per week
Included: Company van and fuel card for business use
At SettleParadigm, we’re proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high‑quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising the number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we’ve brought together shared values, skills and ambition, helping us make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve.
We’re now looking for a skilled and reliable Electrician to join our Homes and Maintenance team, delivering high quality electrical repairs, rewires and planned maintenance across Hertfordshire and the surrounding counties.
As an Electrician, you’ll carry out a wide range of electrical works including responsive repairs, full and partial rewires, planned maintenance and testing. You’ll work in both occupied and vacant properties, ensuring all work is completed safely, professionally and in line with current regulations.
You’ll be a visible representative of SettleParadigm, working closely with colleagues across Property Services, Customer Services and our wider maintenance teams to deliver a seamless and positive customer experience.
Carry out electrical rewires, responsive repairs, planned maintenance and associated making‑good
Complete inspection and testing, certification and notation for as‑built drawings
Undertake fault finding, rectification and renewals in domestic dwellings
Carry out tests on existing installations (domestic and occasional industrial)
Complete PAT testing as required
Follow all health and safety policies, procedures and codes of practice
Ensure PPE is worn and used appropriately at all times
Estimate materials accurately and manage stock responsibly
Purchase materials in line with procurement processes and submit delivery notes
Complete all paperwork and job information accurately and on time
Undertake weekly vehicle checks and maintain vehicle cleanliness
Report vehicle defects promptly
Work collaboratively as part of a multi‑functional team
Participate in the out‑of‑hours standby rota (after probation)
Qualified to 17th Edition and 2394/2395 Inspection & Testing
Fully conversant with current IEE regulations for domestic electrical installations
Experience in electrical rewires, testing, fault finding and domestic installation work
Experience of PAT testing
Ability to plaster chases and small areas as part of installation work
Strong understanding of health and safety within the building industry
Good IT skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work efficiently
Full clean UK driving licence
A strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service
A positive, proactive approach to problem solving
Confidence representing SettleParadigm professionally in customers’ homes
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 per annum
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 & Additional Pay
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: 30/06/2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the closing date should we find a suitable candidate.
