Electrician Supervisor

Government Facility Services Ltd; March; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental service provider is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor for a full-time position at HMP Whitemoor. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 qualifications and previous supervisory experience. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team ensuring a safe and secure environment while benefiting from a comprehensive employment package.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Skills development opportunities

Qualifications

• Five years' experience as an electrician or equivalent.
• Experience in commercial or industrial electrical and building services.
• Full driving license preferably with D1.

Responsibilities

• Supervise facilities maintenance team to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead a team of electricians while providing a safe environment.
• Coordinate with tradespeople from different specializations.

Skills

Supervising staff

Good Health & Safety knowledge

Excellent organisational skills

Time management

People skills

Education

NVQ level 3 in Electrical Installations

C&G 2367 or 2357 (Electrical Installation)

Certificate in BS7671 - 18th Edition

Job description

Job Role: Electrical Supervisor

Location: HMP Whitemoor - Longhill Rd, March PE15 0PR

Salary: £44,177.30 per annum +5% in addition for recognition of weekend working

Contract: Permanent, full time - 39 hours per week, Monday to Sunday

We are seeking an NVQ Level 3 qualified Electrician with experience leading teams to join our team at HMP Whitemoor, a High Security Adult Male prison.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Sunday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.

HMP Whitemoor runs like a self-contained city, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body. Everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community.

As an Electrical Supervisor you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Five years' experience as an electrician or equivalent
• Experience working on commercial or industrial electrical, building services
• Experience of supervising staff
• Full driving license preferably with D1
• C&G 2367 or 2357 (Electrical Installation) and NVQ level 3 in Electrical Installations or equivalent
• Certificate in BS7671 – The Requirements For Electrical Installations – 18th Edition
• Good Health & Safety knowledge
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!

Benefits

• Holidays: 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays
• Death in Service at 4x salary
• Private GP consultations
• Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and information services
• Access to retailer discounts
• Competitive benefits package and real opportunity to build skills and progress

We are a Ministry of Justice business, providing critical and time‑bound services to HMPPS, and operate under high safety standards. We are committed to a supportive, inclusive workplace and champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training.

Future Plans

GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL’s services will complete transfer to a private sector provider/providers no sooner than August 2027.

Values

Pride in People, Do the Right Thing, One Team. ISO 9001 Certified Company.