Full UK driving license with no more than 6 points
Level 3 NVQ or equivalent electrical qualification
18th Edition qualification
Part P/installation qualification and Inspection & Testing qualifications
Role signal brief
The role, at a glance
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This is an onsite electrician position based in Swansea, UK, focused on installing low-carbon technology such as EV charge points, air source heat pumps, and solar panels for Octopus Energy. The role requires a full UK driving license, Level 3 NVQ or equivalent electrical qualifications, 18th Edition, and Part P/Installation & Testing qualifications, with a basic salary of £36,500 plus overtime and performance bonus.
What you need
Full UK driving license with no more than 6 points
Level 3 NVQ or equivalent electrical qualification
18th Edition qualification
Part P/installation qualification and Inspection & Testing qualifications
What you will own
Installing low carbon technology (EV charge points, air source heat pumps, solar panels) in customers' homes
Working collaboratively with wider team to deliver customer solutions
Completing electrical installations and delivering outstanding customer service
Continuously learning about new technologies at the innovative R&D training centre
Core skills
Electrical installation18th EditionPart PInspection and TestingSolar PV installationEV charge point installationAir source heat pump installationCustomer serviceSafety complianceLow carbon technology
Help us make a big green dent in the universe. We're on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution, and we need loads more people to help us make our vision a reality. We're on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution, and we need loads more people to turn our vision into a reality. We’re keen for you to shine in your role so, based on your experience, you could be fitting any of our awesome low carbon tech - Electric Vehicle charge points, Air Source Heat Pumps or Solar!
We’re recruiting across England so you’ll see lots of vacancies in lots of locations. Please only apply to the role and location that is most suitable for you. Please don’t apply to multiple locations.
What you’ll do
As part of the Octopus Energy Services team, we’ll ensure you have the best of everything you need to deliver the top-class service we’re aiming for. You’ll have the backing of Octopus Energy’s massive tech power - so we’ll be able to constantly evolve and shift processes to ensure we’re always delivering our best service. This should help to keep admin to a minimum, allowing you to focus on what you do best.
Who you are
We're looking for Electricians with a proven track record of safety and customer excellence. You’ll be representing our brands in our customers’ homes; in many cases, the first face-to-face contact a customer has with Octopus Energy - so our expectations are high.
You’ll be responsible for:
Installing any of our exciting low carbon technology in customers’ homes
Working collaboratively with our wider team to deliver solutions that are right for you and your customers
Using your knowledge and experience of electrical works to complete installations and deliver outstanding customer service that our customers know and love
Continuously learning about new technologies at our innovative R&D training centre
You must:
have a full UK driving license with no more than 6 points
have a level 3 NVQ or equivalent, 18th Edition, Part P/ installation qualification and Inspection & Testing qualifications
Other qualities we’d love to see include:
A flexible working approach
Customer service experience
It would also be pretty awesome if you have EV or solar qualifications!
Join us in the Octoverse!
£36,500 basic salary with overtime available (+ London weighting if living within M25)
£2,500 annual performance bonus
Share options in Octopus Energy Group
£25 per week lunch allowance
Training programme at our groundbreaking R&D centre
Use of company tools
Uniform and all PPE
Company Vehicle and fuel
Support for personal development in Renewable Tech
Additional
The next steps
We do things a little differently around here. If successful in your eligibility questions, we’ll invite you to complete our online blended assessment. This is made up of multiple-choice questions and three short video interview questions. You’ll be scored fairly by a real person and if you stand out to us, we’ll invite you to an in person recruitment event where you can show us what you’ve got. If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
