Electrical Systems Engineer - Permanent
Electrical Systems Engineer
Location: Sunderland
Contract: Full Time (36 hours per week, Monday to Friday - early finish Friday)
Salary: 37,538 per annum
About the Opportunity
We're working with a reputable housing provider in Sunderland to recruit an experienced Electrical Systems Engineer to join their Property Safety team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in keeping homes and communities safe, delivering high-quality electrical and security system services across a large and diverse housing portfolio.
You'll be involved in installing, maintaining, and repairing a range of systems while ensuring full compliance with industry standards and regulations.
About the Role
In this varied and hands-on position, you will:
- Install, maintain, and repair systems including:
- Intruder alarms
- Door entry and access control systems
- Fire alarm systems
- Heating controls and BMS panels
- Carry out inspections and remedial lighting repairs in non-domestic buildings
- Ensure all work complies with British Standards and 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations
- Accurately complete electronic certification and documentation
- Diagnose faults efficiently using specialist tools and software
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders
- Participate in an out-of-hours rota when required
- Deliver excellent customer service at every interaction
What You'll Bring
Essential:
- NVQ Level 3 in an electrical discipline
- AM2 practical qualification
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong experience across domestic and commercial electrical work
You'll also have:
- Experience with fire alarms, intruder alarms, and access control systems
- Solid understanding of Health & Safety regulations and industry standards
- Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
- Confidence using laptops/software to interrogate systems and interpret technical drawings
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
You'll be detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to delivering safe, compliant, and high-quality work.
What's on Offer
- 31 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Option to purchase up to 5 additional days
- Early finish every Friday
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Health Cash Plan (including dental, optical & wellbeing cover)
- Access to private healthcare
- Competitive pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
- Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme
- Enhanced family-friendly leave
- Mileage allowance (where applicable)
- Life assurance (3x annual salary)
About the Organisation
This forward-thinking housing provider supports tens of thousands of customers and is committed to delivering safe, affordable homes while investing in communities and modern, energy-efficient housing.
They are known for their strong values, people-first culture, and commitment to creating a great place to work.
Interested?
For more information or to apply, contact:
Adam Tooley
Think Property Services
(phone number removed)
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