Electrician (Public Sector)

Company: VANRATH
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Location: Craigavon
Job Description:

Electrician (Public Sector)

VANRATH are assisting our client, a large Public Sector Organisation, in their search for an Electrician for 3 months initially with the possibility of extension. You will predominantly be based in their Portadown site.

The post holder will be expected to undertake a wide range of maintenance work in the electrical and/or electronic discipline and to undertake any closely relate mechanical tasks associated with this work.

Responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to fulfil a requirement to:

  • To undertake all electrical work as necessary in the maintenance and refurbishment of Housing Executive stock and buildings.
  • To undertake, as and when required, first and second fix electrical work associated with major and minor construction work and refurbishment including response maintenance repairs.
  • To undertake fault-finding, and diagnostics in Housing Executive properties and make good the defect.
  • To carry out minor work outside trade where required for operational purposes.
  • To carry out electrical inspections and health and safety testing of domestic properties.
  • To carry out inspections of smoke alarms and ensure replacement as necessary
  • To provide a quality customer service and maintain a good customer relationship on behalf of the NIHE.
  • To liaise with customers to arrange appointments, access arrangements, discuss work required etc.

Requirements

  • Have successfully completed a time served or skills electrical apprenticeship.
  • Have a minimum of one year’s relevant post apprenticeship experience working in an electrical environment.
  • Hold a Level 3 certificate in the requirements for Electrical Installation to C&G 2382-18 (18th Edition) or will achieve this certificate within 9 months of taking up post.
  • Hold either of the following electrical qualifications:
    • C&G 239
    • C&G 2394 /2395 electrical testing and inspection
  • Be currently registered on a recognised license to practice scheme at a qualified level (such as Spark-safe, etc.)
  • Can demonstrate practical knowledge and understanding of current Health and Safety requirements and legislation in a maintenance/repair environment.
  • Have a full current driving licence to enable the post holder to carry out the required duties of this post
  • Basic AccessNI Check is required

Remuneration c£32,597 per annum, plus discount benefits.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Public Sector job in Portadown or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chris Haddock in the strictest confidence. IND02

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Posted: October 12th, 2026