Electrician

Manpower; East Langton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Salary £30,866–£36,135

Weekend rota allowance 15%

39-hour week

Training & development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Manpower is recruiting an Electrician to join our facilities management team supporting a secure government site in the United Kingdom. This permanent role offers stability with a clear development path and a competitive salary.

The position features a structured 39-hour week and an additional 15% allowance for a 1-in-3 weekend rota, plus ongoing training and strong leadership to support your professional growth.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 2 Electrical Installation works or equivalent.
• BS7671 knowledge (18th Edition preferred, 17th Edition with upskilling).
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge.
• Experience with planned and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Planned and preventative electrical maintenance across site.
• Fault finding and problem solving on electrical systems.
• Carry out like-for-like replacements with tests and records per BS7671.
• Ensure all systems are safe, compliant and operational.
• Assist with escorting duties and other tasks as required.
• Ensure Safe Systems of Work and Risk Assessments are followed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Health & Safety

Time management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Working under pressure

Manual dexterity

Education

City & Guilds 2367/2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation works

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced Electrician looking for a stable, long-term career with excellent development opportunities?

We are recruiting for an Electrician to join a dedicated facilities management team supporting a secure government site. This is an opportunity to work in a unique environment where your skills play a vital role in maintaining safe, secure, and operational facilities.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, long-term position with excellent job security
• Competitive salary of £30,866 - £36,135 depending on experience
• Additional 15% allowance for participation in a 1-in-3 weekend rota
• Structured 39-hour working week
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership

The Role

As an Electrician, you'll be responsible for maintaining electrical systems across the site, ensuring all facilities remain safe, compliant, and operational.

• Planned and preventative electrical maintenance, including administrative duties aligned to the tasks.
• Actively fault finding / problem solving on electrical systems across the prison.
• Carry out like for like replacements and other electrical minor works with the relevant electrical inspections and tests carried out and results recorded in accordance with BS7671.
• Ensuring that all electrical systems are safe, compliant, and functioning effectively helping to create a secure and well-maintained environment for staff and residents.
• Assist the Responsible person and Authorised person when requested.
• You’ll be responsible for ensuring that Health & Safety standards, Risk Assessments, and Safe Systems of Work are consistently implemented and followed across all appropriate work streams.
• Assist escorting duties and other duties as required.

What We're Looking For

• City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation works or equivalent.
• BS7671 18th Edition, however, we will consider 17th Edition with upskilling to 18th Edition.
• Good working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements.
• Good working knowledge of planned and preventative maintenance operations.
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.
• Experience of working under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Able to work at heights, to work independently and use initiative.
• Understanding of fire alarm and CCTV systems, which will help you make an immediate impact. (Desirable)
• Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations.
• Basic IT skills.

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