Electrician

Amey; Leyland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a permanent Electrician to work at HMP Garth in Leyland. The role involves planned and preventative maintenance, fault finding, and installation tasks. Ideal candidates will have the appropriate technical qualifications and experience in electrical maintenance. Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a supportive environment for diverse candidates are part of the offering.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive training programs

At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Customizable benefits

Access to discounts from leading retailers

Social Impact Days for volunteering

Family friendly policies

On-site free parking and gym access

Qualifications

• Experience in fire alarm systems and CCTV systems.
• Experience in general distribution and installation and testing within a commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Planned and preventative electrical maintenance.
• Responding to breakdowns in a timely manner.
• Fault finding and problem solving on electrical systems.
• Electrical installation activities according to design and regulations.
• Testing and inspecting electrical installations.

Skills

Ability to work alone and use initiative

Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations

Capable of working at heights

Experience of electrical maintenance activities

IT skills

Education

City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above

BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, 18th Edition

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Electrician in HMP Garth, Ulnes Walton, Leyland PR26 8NE.

The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week, between 08:00 and 17:00. There will be a need to work 1 in 4 weekends, but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary).

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account working on Facilities Management, delivering critical services for prisons that make a real positive impact across the UK.

At Amey, we’re supporting our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons. By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.

What you will do:

• Planned and preventative electrical maintenance.
• Responding to breakdowns ensuring all works are carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and 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.

What you will bring:

• Ability to work alone and use initiative.
• Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations.
• Capable of working at heights.
• Appropriate technical qualification e.g. City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above.
• BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition (however if you currently only have 17th Edition, we will sponsor you to upgrade to the 18th Edition; terms and conditions apply).
• Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution and installation and testing within a commercial environment.
• Experience in fire alarm systems and CCTV systems.
• IT skills.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most but not all of these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training to support you.

Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

Why join Amey?

• Remuneration – Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth – Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager.
• Training Opportunities – Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays – Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension – Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive discounts – Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more.
• Give back to community – Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
• Family friendly policies – For new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks – Connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
• On Site – free parking, use of gym, catering facilities.

About Amey

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. Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come. To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine. As a disability confident leader, we are proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***