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:

Planned and preventative electrical maintenance, including associated administrative tasks
Fault finding and problem solving on a range of electrical systems
Like-for-like replacements and minor electrical works
Carrying out electrical inspections and testing in accordance with BS7671, with accurate recording of results
Ensuring all electrical systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational
Supporting the Responsible Person and Authorised Person when required
Ensuring Health & Safety standards, risk assessments, and safe systems of work are consistently followed
Assisting with escorting duties and other site-related tasks as required

About You

Essential requirements:

City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
BS7671 18th Edition (17th Edition considered with upskilling available)
Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements
Experience in planned and preventative maintenance
Good organisational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and use initiative
Experience working to tight deadlines
Comfortable working at heights
Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations
Basic IT skills

Desirable:

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

Competitive salary with potential for annual review
Additional weekend allowance (15% of basic salary)
Long-term, stable employment within a critical public sector environment
Career progression opportunities into senior engineering or facilities management roles
Comprehensive training and development, including funded qualifications
Minimum 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
Generous pension scheme
Flexible benefits, including insurance options, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounted gym memberships
Access to an online discounts portal with savings across retail, wellbeing, and lifestyle services
Two paid social impact days per year for volunteering or fundraising
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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