On-Site Electrician

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Free parking

On-site restaurant

Pension scheme

Career progression

Funded training & development

Volunteering days

Retail discounts

Job summary

Amey is seeking an On-Site Electrician to join the team at HMP Hindley, delivering planned and reactive electrical maintenance on a secure site.

You will work a 39-hour week on a shift rota, with 15% weekend allowance and a clear path for career progression on site. The role requires Level 2 Electrical Installation and experience with BS7671 standards, ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Level 2 Electrical Installation.
• Experience in maintenance and fault finding.
• Knowledge of Electric at Work Regulations.
• Understanding of H&S and safe systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Fault finding and repairs across site.
• Electrical testing and inspections (BS7671).
• Carry out minor works and replacements.
• Ensure systems are safe, compliant and operational.
• Follow H&S procedures, RAMS and safe systems of work.
• Support wider team and escort duties when required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Fault finding

Electrical testing

H&S awareness

Independent worker

Education

Level 2 Electrical Installation

18th Edition preferred

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

£30,866 - £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance

39 hours per week | Shift rota We’re looking for an

• 39 hours per week
• Mon-Fri: 07:45 - 16:45
• Sat-Sun: 07:45 - 15:45

Title: On-Site Electrician

Requisition ID: 12281

Electrician - HMP Hindley, Wigan WN2 5TH

£30,866 - £36,135 + 15% weekend allowance 39 hours per week | Shift rota We’re looking for an Electrician to join the team at HMP Hindley, working on a secure site delivering essential maintenance and repairs.

Hours & Shifts

• 39 hours per week
• Mon-Fri: 07:45 - 16:45
• Sat-Sun: 07:45 - 15:45
• 1 in 3 weekends (15% allowance paid)

The Role

• Planned and reactive electrical maintenance
• Fault finding and repairs across site
• Electrical testing and inspections (BS7671)
• Minor works and replacements
• Ensure systems are safe, compliant and operational
• Follow H&S procedures, RAMS and safe systems of work
• Support wider team and escort duties when required

What You’ll Need

• Level 2 Electrical Installation
• 18th Edition preferred (17th accepted with training)
• Experience in maintenance / fault finding
• Knowledge of Electric at Work Regulations
• Good understanding of H&S
• Able to work independently and at height
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Fire alarm or CCTV knowledge

Why Join HMP Hindley?

• Stable, long-term contract
• Fixed site - no travelling between jobs
• Supportive team environment
• On-site gym (free use), free parking + restaurant

Benefits

• Competitive salary + annual reviews
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Generous pension scheme
• Career progression (Team Leader / Site Manager)
• Funded training and development
• Retail discounts, gym schemes & more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year

Security Clearance

You’ll need to pass prison security clearance and standard DBS (fully supported by Amey).

About Amey

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.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers