Elite Operative – Domestic Electrician (Full‑time, £50k)

About the role

Gilmartins is seeking an Elite Operative – Domestic Electrician to join its expanding social‑housing repair team across South East London. This full‑time, permanent position offers a £50,000 basic salary and the chance to work on a stable portfolio of local properties, delivering high‑quality electrical maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out reactive electrical maintenance in occupied social‑housing units.
• Complete jobs from start to finish, ensuring compliance with BS7671:2018 Wiring Regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and use company‑issued PDAs for job reporting.
• Keep the company van stocked, organised, and clean.
• Provide excellent customer service to tenants and liaise with office teams.

Required profile

• Proven experience in social‑housing electrical maintenance.
• Full manual driving licence (automatic vans are not provided).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to health & safety.

Required skills

• Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation (or equivalent qualification).
• BS7671:2018 Wiring Regulations (18th Edition) knowledge.
• Testing & Inspection qualification (e.g., 2391).

What we offer

• £50,000 basic salary, paid monthly.
• Permanent, full‑time contract with long‑term job security.
• Company van and fuel card for business use only.
• PDA and branded uniform.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing specialist team.