Electrical Engineer

Sodexo Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider is looking for a qualified electrician to join their facilities team at HMP Bronzefield in Ashford. This role involves electrical installation and maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a strong commitment to quality service. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, promoting career growth and development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Free use of onsite gym

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in electrical installation.
• Strong commitment to safety standards.
• Ability to conduct repairs and maintenance efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair, maintenance, and installation of electrical systems.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults promptly.

Skills

Electrical installation

Maintenance

Fault finding

Knowledge of safety standards

Good communication

Education

City and Guilds/NVQ Level 1,2,3 in Electrical

Tools

HVAC Systems

Job description

• Join the on-call rota (1 week in 7) for out-of-hours support when needed.
• Training, development, and progression opportunities

Job Introduction:

HMP Bronzefield is seeking a qualified and experienced Electrician to join our professional facilities team.This is an opportunity for a disciplined, proactive, and hands-on individual who takes pride in delivering safe, compliant, and reliable electrical services within a secure custodial environment.

We require someone with demonstrable experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and fault finding, with a strong commitment to safety standards and regulatory compliance.This role is integral to maintaining business continuity, ensuring statutory compliance, and upholding the highest standards of asset management across the estate.

About the Role:

• Perform the repair, maintenance, and installation of electrical systems and associated plant equipment, ensuring they meet safety standards and statutory compliance
• Carry out a variety of electrical maintenance tasks including PPMs, emergency lighting checks, RCD, and first-line response to work orders.
• Handle minor installations and repairs, such as lighting, sockets, switches, and plant equipment.
• Support beyond the toolbox — pitch in with basic plumbing, unblocking drains, and odd jobs like installing shelves or notice boards.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance on electrical systems and related building services, such as HVAC, fire alarm systems, to ensure optimal operation.
• Quickly diagnose and resolve electrical faults to minimise downtime, ensuring timely repairs and maintaining service continuity.
• Ensure all maintenance work adheres to relevant health and safety regulations, including Sodexo's procedures and the latest legislation, to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance, providing clear documentation for management and clients.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, and contractors to deliver high-quality service and ensure effective communication of engineering and building issues impacting service delivery.
• Working in line with the Permit to Work System.
• Use of IT systems (Handheld device)

What we're looking for:

• City and Guilds/NVQ Level 1,2,3 qualification in Electrical
• Strong knowledge of electrical installations in commercial buildings and building services
• Good knowledge of HVAC Systems
• Experience of PPM, Reactive and Installation Work

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Free onsite parking
• Free use of onsite gym
• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity.We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Salary Salary £39,603.00 per annum + £3,729.24 (London Weighting)

Frequency Hourly

Job Reference SDX/TP/1962259/146045

Contract Type Permanent – Full Time

Closing Date 14 August, 2025

Job Category Maintenance and Engineering

Business Unit UK Government - Justice

Location HMP Bronzefield, Woodthorpe Road, Ashford, Surrey, United Kingdom