On-Site Electrician

Amey; Gartree; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site gym facilities

Holiday entitlement 24 days + bank hol

Company pension

Job summary

Amey seeks an On-Site Electrician for HMP Gartree in Market Harborough. The role manages planned and reactive electrical work within a high-security prison environment. A 39-hour week is standard, with a 1-in-3 weekend rota and 15% allowance on basic salary.

Base salary ranges from £30,866 to £36,135 depending on experience. Amey offers varied benefits and career growth within the MoJ facilities framework, supporting safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds 2367/2357 Level 2 electrical installation or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of BS7671 electrical regulations.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Planned and preventative electrical maintenance on site.
• Fault finding and problem solving across prison electrical systems.
• Carry out replacements and minor works with inspections and tests.
• Ensure electrical systems are safe, compliant and functioning.
• Assist Responsible/Authorised persons as required.
• Support health, safety and safe systems of work across streams.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Electrical testing

Health & Safety

Time management

Work under pressure

Education

City & Guilds 2367/2357 Level 2

BS7671 knowledge

Tools

BS7671 18th Edition

Job description

Title: On-Site Electrician

Requisition ID: 10293

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Electrician in HMP Gartree, Gallow Field Road, Market Harborough LE16 7RP.

The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week, between 08:00 - 17:00. There will be a need to work 1 in 3 weekends, but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary).

The base salary is between £30,866 - £36,135 dependant on experience.

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, 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 You Will Bring

• 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.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

If you have most but not all 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 including Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits

• 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, helping you save on the things that matter.


• 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 who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.


• On Site - free parking, use of gym, catering facilities.

About Amey

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

Who we are

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What We Do

We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

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 their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re 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.