Electrician

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Job Title: Domestic Electrician – Fire Stopping & Lighting Upgrade Works

Location: Portsmouth
Job Type: Contract
Start Date: Tuesday 26th May

Hours: 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday

Job Overview

We are looking for a qualified and reliable electrician to carry out electrical upgrade works in occupied domestic properties. The work involves removing existing light fittings to allow for upgrade works and installing fire-rated putty pads to electrical back boxes in line with fire stopping requirements.

Scope of Works

* Safely isolate electrical circuits before work begins

* Remove and refit existing light fittings where required

* Install fire-rated putty pads to socket and switch back boxes

* Ensure all works comply with current electrical regulations and fire safety standards

* Make good and leave work areas clean and tidy

* Test circuits after completion and confirm safe operation

Requirements

* Qualified electrician (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)

* 18th Edition qualified

* ECS/JIB card preferred

* Manual Handling/Working at height/Asbestos Awareness Certs

* Experience working in domestic properties

* Familiarity with fire stopping products and installation methods

* Own tools and transport preferred

* Good communication and professionalism when working in occupied homes

Desirable

* Experience on social housing or residential upgrade programmes

* Ability to work independently and complete works efficiently

* Testing and inspection qualification advantageous

Contact Structure Recruitment for more details

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