Jobs in Hooke

Electrician - EICR
£41669 Per Annum
Maidstone
Contract: Permanent - Full time
We’re looking for a qualified Electrician – EICR to join our in-house Repairs and Maintenance team at Golding Homes.
This role is primarily focused on completing Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) across our housing stock and carrying out all remedial works identified to ensure our customers’ homes are safe, compliant and well maintained.
You’ll play a critical role in delivering our in-house electrical compliance programme, working to high technical standards and helping us meet our statutory responsibilities. Where workload allows, you’ll also support other electrical workstreams such as responsive repairs and voids.
This is an exciting time to join Golding Homes. We’re continuing to invest in our in-house services, strengthening customer experience and reinforcing our long-standing commitment to safety, quality homes and local communities.
About the job
As an Electrician – EICR, your core responsibility will be inspection, testing and compliance.
You’ll:
Carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) in line with BS 7671 and best practice
Accurately code observations, clearly identify defects and assess risk
Complete all remedial works arising from EICRs within required timescales
Ensure all certification and records are completed accurately using handheld devices
Work to high standards of safety, quality and customer care at all times
When required, you’ll also support:
Electrical repairs and maintenance
Void property works
Other electrical duties in line with service demand
What you’ll be doing
Completing EICRs across domestic (and some commercial) properties
Undertaking inspection, testing and fault finding using calibrated test equipment
Carrying out remedial and compliance works identified during inspections
Ensuring installations are left safe, compliant and serviceable
Recording certification, reports and job information accurately
Liaising professionally with customers and leaving homes clean and safe
Managing materials, van stock, tools and company equipment responsibly
Working collaboratively with supervisors, planners and colleagues
Supporting apprentices and sharing good practice where required
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for a competent, detail-focused electrician who takes pride in doing inspection and testing work properly.
You’ll need:
A recognised electrical apprenticeship
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
Inspection & Testing qualification (C&G 2391 or C&G 2394 & 2395)
City & Guilds 2382 – current Wiring Regulations
Strong experience in inspection, testing, fault finding and remedial works
A strong understanding of electrical safety and compliance
A full UK driving licence
You’ll be someone who:
Understands that EICRs are about safety, accuracy and consistency
Takes ownership of defects and sees remedials through to completion
Communicates clearly and professionally with customers and colleagues
Works well independently and as part of a team
Is organised, proactive and committed to high standards
What you’ll get in return
We want our people to feel supported, valued and able to do their best work.
In return, we offer:
A secure, permanent in-house role with a clear compliance focus
Company vehicle and fuel card
Mobile device, uniform and PPE
28 days annual leave + bank holidays per annum + Christmas Closure
Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities
Company pension contribution and life assurance
Flexible benefits including:
Health cash plan
Additional holiday purchase
Cycle to work scheme
Onsite gym
Retail discounts
A basic DBS and full driving licence is required for this role.
Ready to join us?
Closing date: Midnight Friday 17th July 2026
We’ll be shortlisting throughout the recruitment process and may close the vacancy early, so early applications are encouraged