Electrical Engineer – On-Call Maintenance in Secure Facility

Sodexo; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24h virtual GP

Sodexo Discounts

Pension Plan

Learning and development

Bike to Work

Enhanced benefits

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an Electrical Engineer at HMP Northumberland to maintain essential infrastructure, ensuring safety and compliance in a secure prison environment. The role involves proactive and reactive maintenance, fault finding, and thorough documentation.

You will work to high safety standards, interpret technical drawings, and support other trades. A recognised apprenticeship and 18th edition are required, with a UK driving licence and team-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship.
• Electrical qualification (City & Guilds, ONC/HNC or equivalent).
• IET/IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Inspect, test, fault-find, and maintain electrical systems and equipment.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturer specifications.
• Complete all work to relevant trade standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Identify and report defective or unsafe equipment.
• Support other FM trades and escort specialist contractors when required.
• Participate in the on-call rota and respond to emergency call-outs.
• Comply with all Health & Safety, security, and company procedures.

Skills

Maintenance

Fault finding

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship

City & Guilds / ONC or HNC

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an Electrical Engineer at HMP Northumberland to maintain essential infrastructure, ensuring safety and compliance in a secure prison environment. The role involves proactive and reactive maintenance, fault finding, and thorough documentation.

You will work to high safety standards, interpret technical drawings, and support other trades. A recognised apprenticeship and 18th edition are required, with a UK driving licence and team-focused mindset.