Resident Maintenance Electrician Jobs

PRS UK connects qualified resident maintenance electricians with stable, long-term positions in residential, commercial, and industrial properties throughout the United Kingdom. Our recruitment team understands the specific requirements and career benefits of resident electrical maintenance roles.

Current Resident Maintenance Electrician Vacancies

Our active portfolio features electrician positions, lead electrician opportunities, maintenance electrician roles, and electrical engineer appointments within residential maintenance settings. These positions offer job security, varied daily tasks, and direct involvement in property management operations.

Understanding Resident Maintenance Electrician Roles

Resident maintenance electricians provide on-site electrical services for residential complexes, commercial buildings, or industrial facilities. Unlike traditional electrical contractors, these professionals work exclusively for single organisations and become familiar with specific electrical systems and building requirements.

These positions combine routine electrical maintenance with emergency response duties, ensuring continuous power supply and electrical safety across managed properties. Resident electricians often work closely with property management teams, facilities managers, and maintenance crews.

Property Types and Work Environments

PRS UK places resident maintenance electricians across diverse property portfolios, including apartment complexes, student accommodations, commercial office buildings, retail centres, and industrial facilities. Each environment presents unique electrical challenges and maintenance requirements.

Student accommodation complexes require electricians who can handle high-usage electrical systems, frequent minor repairs, and emergency callouts. These positions often involve working with young tenants and require excellent communication skills alongside technical competency.

Commercial office buildings demand electricians familiar with sophisticated lighting systems, power distribution, and building management systems. These roles often include responsibility for electrical compliance, energy efficiency initiatives, and tenant service requests.

Daily Responsibilities and Tasks

Resident maintenance electricians perform planned preventative maintenance, respond to emergency electrical faults, conduct safety inspections, and maintain electrical records. These roles require strong diagnostic skills and the ability to work independently whilst maintaining high safety standards.
Typical tasks include lighting repairs, socket installations, electrical testing, fault finding, and minor rewiring projects. Many positions involve liaising with tenants, contractors, and property managers whilst ensuring minimal disruption to building operations.

Career Development Opportunities

Resident maintenance electrician positions often provide pathways to lead electrician roles, electrical supervisor appointments, or facilities management positions. PRS UK works with clients offering structured career progression and professional development support.

Many employers encourage further qualifications, provide training opportunities, and support electricians seeking to expand their skills into building services or facilities management. This career development approach creates long-term employment relationships and enhanced earning potential.

Qualification Requirements and Skills

Most resident maintenance electrician positions require City & Guilds electrical qualifications, 18th Edition certification, and relevant experience in maintenance environments. Many roles specify additional requirements such as ECS cards, first aid certification, or specific industry training.

Successful candidates typically possess strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the flexibility to handle varied daily tasks. Experience with building management systems, fire alarm systems, or emergency lighting provides additional advantages.

Professional Support and Guidance

PRS UK provides comprehensive recruitment support for resident maintenance electrician candidates, including CV review, interview preparation, and salary negotiation assistance. Our consultants understand the specific requirements of residential maintenance roles and can advise on career suitability.

We maintain relationships with property management companies, housing associations, and facilities management organisations seeking reliable electrical maintenance professionals. This network ensures access to quality opportunities across multiple sectors.

Industry Standards and Compliance

Our REC membership, ISO 9001 certification, and Safe Contractor accreditation demonstrate our commitment to professional recruitment standards. These credentials ensure that clients and candidates receive consistent, high-quality service throughout the placement process.

As members of BESA and IWFM, we understand regulatory requirements, safety standards, and professional development pathways within electrical maintenance roles. This knowledge enables effective matching between candidate skills and employer requirements.

Application Process and Job Alerts

Register for resident maintenance electrician job alerts to receive suitable opportunities directly to your inbox. Our alert system matches your qualifications, experience level, and location preferences with relevant positions as they become available.

Apply for current resident maintenance electrician positions through our online platform or contact our electrical recruitment specialists directly. Our team provides immediate feedback on application strength and can facilitate quick interview arrangements with interested employers.

    Lead Electrician – Lancs

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    Clitheroe, North West

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    £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

    The Role - We are recruiting for a Lead maintenance electrician to join a dedicated maintenance and engineering team within a prestigious commercial facility in the Ribble Valley area of Lancashire.Th...

    Electrical Engineer

    Facilities

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    London, South East

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    £45,000 - £45,000 per annum

    Exciting Opportunity for Experienced Electrical EngineerAre you a seasoned and qualified Electrical Engineer with a desire to elevate your career? Do you possess strong leadership skills alongside tec...

    Electrical Supervisor

    Facilities

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    West Central London, South East

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    £50,000 - £50,000 per annum

    The successful candidate will be acting Day Supervisor on a day-to-day basis isolating/restoring power and issuing PTW to contractors involved in the fit out of 21 Moorfields.  This is a temporary pos...

    Maintenance Electrician

    Technical

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    Derby, East Midlands

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    £20 - £26 per hour

    Maintenance ElectricianDerby£20 per hour PAYE or £26 per hour umbrella - ongoing temporary positionOngoing temporary static electrical maintenance engineer position available, working at a static site...

    Electrician

    Technical

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    Leeds, Yorkshire

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    £33,100 - £33,100 per annum

    We are recruiting for a maintenance electrician based in the Leeds area covering the electrical maintenance within a large scale estate. The role is a permanent position paying £33,100. Monday to Frid...

    Maintenance Electrician

    Technical

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    Washington, North East

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    £19 - £25 per hour

    Position: Maintenance ElectricianLocation: Washington, Tyne and WearType: Temporary ongoingPay: £19.00/hr PAYE - £25.00/hr UmbrellaWe are recruiting for a maintenance electrician to cover an ongoing t...

    Lead Maintenance Electrician

    Technical

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    Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

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    £21 - £21 per hour

    Position: Lead Maintenance ElectricianType: Temp / Temp to PermSalary: Based off £43,000 PA. Mon-Fri 40 hours per week days.Location: Newcastle Upon TyneOvertime: YesWe are recruiting for a Lead maint...

    Maintenance Electrician

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    Nottingham, East Midlands

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    £20 - £25 per hour

    Maintenance ElectricianNottingham£20 per hour PAYE or £25 per hour Umbrella - ongoing temp/temp to perm positionWe are recruiting for a maintenance electrician to work on site at a static site in Nott...

    Maintenance Electrician

    Technical

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    Derby, East Midlands

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    £38,000 - £40,000 per annum

    Electrical Maintenance EngineerDerby£38,000 - £40,000  per annum plus call out (1 in 4, £100 standby paid), call out, 24 days annual leave plus statsPermanent static electrical maintenance engineer po...

    Van Mobile Electrician – Central London

    Technical

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    Central London, South East

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    £46,000 - £52,000 per annum

    Van Mobile Electrician – Central London We are a leading provider of property maintenance and repair services across Greater London, and we’re expanding our dynamic team. We're on the lookout for skil...

    Resident Maintenance Electrician

    Technical

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    Ashton-under-Lyne, North West

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    £32,700 - £32,700 per annum

    We are recruiting for a maintenance electrician based in the Manchester area covering the electrical maintenance within a large scale estate. The role is a permanent position paying £33,100. Monday to...

    Mobile electrician (Data Centres)

    Data Centres

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    Cambridge, East Anglia

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    £0 - £43,500 per annum

    Approved Critical Electrician - Mobile Role £43,500 + Travel Time + Overtime | Permanent PositionLocation: Mobile role covering  Cambridgeshire and HertfordshireHours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pmClient...

    Mobile Electrician (Covering North London & home counties)

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    London, South East

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    £0 - £42,000 per annum

    Location: Mobile North London (Essex, Herts, Beds, Bucks)Salary: £42,000 DOE + OT + On callWorking hours: 7am until 4pm or 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + BH, Flex Benefits Co...

    Mobile Electrical Engineer

    Technical

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    Peterborough, East Anglia

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    £40,000 - £41,000 per annum

    Mobile Electrical EngineerPeterborough - To cover 2 sites, 1 in Castle Donington and 1 in Stansted£40 - £41,000 per annum Our client is seeking a Maintenance Electrician to work across 2 sites, 1 in t...

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