The Opportunity
We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Electrician to join the on-site facilities team at HMP Onley.
This role supports the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of electrical systems within a secure prison environment on behalf of His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). A weekend rota is in place (1 in 3 weekends), with an additional allowance payable for weekend working.
The Role
As a Maintenance Electrician, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical maintenance across the site, helping to ensure a safe and well-maintained environment for staff and residents.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Planned and preventative electrical maintenance, including associated administrative tasks
2. Fault finding and problem solving on a range of electrical systems
3. Like-for-like replacements and minor electrical works
4. Carrying out electrical inspections and testing in accordance with BS7671, with accurate recording of results
5. Ensuring all electrical systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational
6. Supporting the Responsible Person and Authorised Person when required
7. Ensuring Health & Safety standards, risk assessments, and safe systems of work are consistently followed
8. Assisting with escorting duties and other site-related tasks as required
About You
Essential requirements:
9. City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
10. BS7671 18th Edition (17th Edition considered with upskilling available)
11. Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements
12. Experience in planned and preventative maintenance
13. Good organisational and time management skills
14. Ability to work independently and use initiative
15. Experience working to tight deadlines
16. Comfortable working at heights
17. Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations
18. Basic IT skills
Desirable:
19. Experience with fire alarm and CCTV systems
Security Clearance
This position is subject to Prison Security Clearance. Full support will be provided throughout the clearance process.
What's On Offer
20. Competitive salary with potential for annual review
21. Additional weekend allowance (15% of basic salary)
22. Long-term, stable employment within a critical public sector environment
23. Career progression opportunities into senior engineering or facilities management roles
24. Comprehensive training and development, including funded qualifications
25. Minimum 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
26. Generous pension scheme
27. Flexible benefits, including insurance options, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounted gym memberships
28. Access to an online discounts portal with savings across retail, wellbeing, and lifestyle services
29. Two paid social impact days per year for volunteering or fundraising
30. Family-friendly policies and support for carers
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and ensuring equal opportunities for all.
Applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.
Reasonable adjustments or additional recruitment support can be discussed at any stage of the process.
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