Job Title
Electrician – Level 3 only
Location: HMP Bedford – St Loyes Street, Bedford MK40
Salary: £39,579.20 plus a 5% shift allowance for weekend working and £1,000 in RRA per annum.
Contract: Full time / Permanent
We are seeking a dedicated fully qualified Electrician to join our team at HMP Bedford, a Category B & adult/male prison. Join a team that works Monday‑Sunday as a supportive and driven family, creating a safe and nurturing environment.
As an Electrician, you will work alongside experienced colleagues from various trades – Plumbers, other Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators – dedicated to making a positive difference and providing a safe and secure environment for all.
We encourage applications from individuals looking to use their skills to create a better future for others, promoting rehabilitation and positive change.
Qualifications and Experience
* Certificate in BS7671:2018 (18th edition)
* Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation or Electrotechnical Services (City & Guilds/EAL) including relevant NVQs and competency assessments (AM2/AM2S). For example: 2367 or 2357.
* Two years’ experience working as a fully qualified electrician.
* Experience working on commercial or industrial electrical systems.
* Good working knowledge of planned and preventive maintenance operations.
* Good Health & Safety knowledge.
* Excellent organisational, time‑management and people skills.
Eligibility: Powered by GFSL – a Ministry of Justice business delivering critical services to HMPPS.
Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Death In Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, Employee Assistance Programme, financial reward mechanisms and retailer discounts.
We prioritise safety, a supportive inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.
Pride in People – We’re passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating an inclusive culture where every employee has a voice that is heard, feels belonging, and is empowered to be their true selves.
Employment Information
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Specialty Trade Contractors
Location: Bedford, England, United Kingdom
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