Electrician
Job description
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This is your chance to earn £39,823.00 per year, working 40 hours per week with us, with a company van, fuel card, and excellent benefits as part of the package!
Are you a skilled and qualified Electrician based in or near Chester and Ellesmere Port area? Hold an ECS GoldCard, along with AM2, 18th Edition, and a full Driving Licence?
Our commitment is to deliver value-for-money services that make a real difference to people and the communities we serve.
We Can Offer You:
- Company Van: fuel card, and excellent benefits
- Work-Life Balance: 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus flexibility with overtime
- Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 GP access, mental health support, fitness programs, and more
- Training & Growth: Ongoing professional development to keep you at the top of your game
Your Role As Our Electrician:
- Electrical Periodic and Void testing, completing EICRs in various types of occupied and unoccupied properties
- Repairing and replacing electrical fittings
- Diagnosing and rectifying electrical faults
- Carrying out duties in line with Liberty’s Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, Customer Service and Performance Policies
What We Need from You:
- ECS Gold Card (graded at Installation/Maintenance Level)
- AM2
- 18th Edition
- NVQ Level 3
- Testing and Inspection Certificate (2391 or equivalent) – Desirable, and we can support the right candidate in gaining their 2391 qualification after probation period
- Driving licence
- Previous social housing experience (Desirable)
All are essential, unless otherwise stated.
Why Liberty?
We’re a diverse, supportive team with a focus on personal development, wellbeing, and making a real difference in the communities we serve. Liberty offers you a chance to work with the best in the industry and continuously improve your skills while enjoying a rewarding career.
Apply Today!
Click “Apply” below to join Liberty as our Electrician. We look forward to hearing from you
Closing Date: 29th May 2026 (We may close early due to high demand.)
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⭐ Highlight your ECS Gold Card at Installation/Maintenance Level prominently as this is the first essential requirement mentioned
📊 Quantify your EICR experience: 'Completed 150+ EICRs across occupied and void properties, maintaining 98% first-time pass rate'
🔧 Emphasise your AM2 and 18th Edition qualifications as these are specifically required for this Liberty Group role
🏠 Include any social housing experience as Liberty specifically mentions this as desirable for their community-focused work
🚗 Mention your full driving licence early as you'll be provided with a company van and fuel card
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- •Completed 200+ EICRs across occupied and void properties, maintaining 96% compliance rate with 18th Edition standards
- •Diagnosed and rectified electrical faults in 150+ social housing units, reducing callback rates by 25% through thorough AM2-standard testing
- •Conducted electrical periodic testing on 300+ properties annually, ensuring full compliance with ECS Gold Card installation and maintenance requirements
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Dear Hiring Manager,
Liberty Group's commitment to delivering value-for-money electrical services in Chester communities aligns perfectly with my experience in EICR completion and electrical maintenance. With my ECS Gold Card at Installation/Maintenance Level and AM2 qualification, I am well-positioned to contribute to your electrical testing and repair programmes across occupied and void properties.
My background in electrical installation and maintenance, combined with my 18th Edition certification and NVQ Level 3 qualification, has prepared me to handle the diverse electrical challenges that Liberty's social housing portfolio presents.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How would you approach completing an EICR in an occupied property versus a void property?
- ›What steps would you take to diagnose an intermittent electrical fault in a social housing property?
- ›Explain the key changes in the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations that affect your daily work
- ›How do you ensure compliance with health and safety regulations when working in occupied properties?
- ›What testing equipment would you use for periodic electrical testing and why?
Behavioural
- ›Describe a time when you had to deal with a difficult customer service situation while working on electrical maintenance
- ›Tell me about a challenging electrical fault you diagnosed and how you resolved it
- ›How do you prioritise your workload when managing multiple electrical jobs across different properties?
- ›Give an example of when you had to work as part of a team to complete a complex electrical project
- ›Describe a situation where you had to adapt your working methods to ensure safety in an unusual environment
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Describe a time when you had to deal with a difficult customer service situation while working on electrical maintenance
Tell me about a challenging electrical fault you diagnosed and how you resolved it