Electrician

Amey Group Services LTD; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a permanent Electrician to join their Ministry of Justice account at HMP Leicester. This role involves planned and preventative electrical maintenance, diagnosing electrical faults, and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must hold relevant technical qualifications and experience in electrical systems. The position requires working 1 in 3 weekends on a rota basis, with additional salary allowances, in a supportive environment focused on career development and employee well-being.

Benefits

Career Development

Generous pension scheme

Minimum 24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

Online discount portal

Community Involvement Days

Free on-site parking

Free gym access on site

Qualifications

• Appropriate technical qualification required.
• Experience in electrical maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of Electricity at Work Regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and preventative maintenance on electrical systems.
• Diagnose and replace failed domestic electrical components.
• Conduct tests and inspections of electrical installations.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Knowledge of electrical systems

Ability to work alone

Working at heights

Education

City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3

BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations (18th Edition)

Tools

Fire alarm systems

CCTV systems

Job description

Job Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Electrician to join our Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account at HMP Leicester. This role is based on‑site and requires working 1 in 3 weekends on a rota basis, with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary.

At Amey, we support our justice client, His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing safe, clean and efficient prisons. Using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Planned and preventative electrical maintenance.
• Diagnosing and replacing failed domestic electrical components.
• Responding to breakdowns ensuring all works are carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work in a timely manner.
• Actively fault finding / problem solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison.
• Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations.
• Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations.
• Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services.
• Other tasks as required by the Site.
• Support both local and business zero‑carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner where appropriate.
• Ensure H&S standards are achieved across the contract.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Appropriate technical qualification eg City & Guilds 2365 parts 1‑3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above.
• BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition.
• Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution and installation and testing.
• Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations.
• Capable of working at heights.
• Ability to work alone and use initiative.
• Prison security clearance required (Amey will support you through this process).
• Familiarity with IT skills and experience in fire alarm systems and CCTV systems is desirable but not essential.
• We will sponsor you to upgrade to the 18th Edition if you currently hold the 17th Edition, terms and conditions apply.

Additional Information

Standard hours of work are 39 hours per week, across 7 days where a weekend shift pattern is in place. You will also work 1 in 3 weekends on a rota basis, receiving an additional 15% allowance.

The role will involve testing and inspecting electrical installations across prison facilities in accordance with the 18th IEE wiring regulations as amended from time to time.

Company Overview

We are a leading provider of full life‑cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. We combine exceptional expertise in consulting & design, advisory & analytics, transport infrastructure and complex facilities to design, manage and maintain clients' assets throughout their lifetime. Our leading data and analytics capability enables us to create transformative solutions that strengthen resilience and drive sustainable improvements.

Benefits

• Career Development – exceptional development and progression plan.
• Pension – generous pension scheme, with contributions from the employer.
• Holidays – minimum 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Choice Benefits – flexible benefits scheme tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle‑to‑work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
• Save with Amey – online voucher portal with access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers, healthcare, free GP service and dental vouchers.
• Social Value – 2 Community Involvement Days per year to volunteer for a charity of your choice plus additional fundraising opportunities.
• On‑site – free on‑site parking and free use of gym while on site.
• We embrace difference and support individuals to work in ways that work best for them.