Electrician

Platinum-Recruitment; Redditch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend allowance

Pension scheme

Job summary

Platinum-Recruitment is seeking an Electrician for Redditch, delivering maintenance across electrical systems in a secure prison environment. The role offers a stable, long-term position with structured hours and a clear progression path.

You will join a dedicated facilities team, performing planned and reactive maintenance to ensure safety and compliance within the site. The ideal candidate has City & Guilds/NVQ Electrical Installation Level 2+, 18th Edition, and a proactive attitude to

Qualifications

• City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent in Electrical Installation (Level 2+).
• 18th Edition certification (or willingness to update).
• Experience in maintenance and fault finding.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Basic IT skills and flexibility for weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and preventive maintenance across electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs.
• Undertake minor installation works and component replacements.
• Conduct inspections and testing in line with regulations.
• Complete maintenance records and reports accurately.
• Support general maintenance and operational requirements.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures in a prison environment.

Skills

Fault finding

Electrical maintenance

18th Edition

Health & safety

Weekend work

IT basics

Education

Electrical Installation Level 2+

Job description

Electrician – Redditch | £30,000–£36,000 + Weekend Allowance + Long-Term Stability
Secure prison-based role with structured hours, strong benefits and clear progression

We’re recruiting for an Electrician to join an established facilities team in Redditch, working within a secure prison environment. This role offers a stable, long-term position with structured working patterns and ongoing development.

As an Electrician, you’ll carry out planned and reactive maintenance on essential electrical systems, ensuring a safe and compliant environment in Redditch.

Why apply / What’s in it for you?

• Salary of £30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
• Additional earnings through weekend rota allowance
• Stable, long-term role within a structured environment
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Funded training and development opportunities
• Progression into senior or supervisory roles
• Access to employee benefits and discount schemes

Key Responsibilities:

In this Maintenance Electrician role, you will:

• Carry out planned and preventive maintenance across electrical systems
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs
• Undertake minor installation works and component replacements
• Conduct inspections and testing in line with regulations
• Complete maintenance records and reports accurately
• Support general maintenance and operational requirements
• Work within strict Health & Safety procedures in a prison environment

What we’re looking for:

To be successful as an Electrician, you should have:

• City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent in Electrical Installation (Level 2+)
• 18th Edition certification (or willingness to update)
• Experience in maintenance and fault finding
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements
• Basic IT skills
• Flexible approach to working patterns, including weekends
• Desirable knowledge of fire alarm and CCTV systems

If you’re looking for your next step as an Electrician in Redditch, this is a strong opportunity to join a stable and well-structured environment. Apply now to progress your career in Redditch.

Job Number │ INDCONSTRUCTION | 935362
Location │ Redditch
Role │ Electrician