On-Site Electrician

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym (free use)

Free parking

On-site restaurant

Generous pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Funded training and development

Retail discounts and gym schemes

2 paid volunteering days per year

Job summary

Amey is seeking an Electrician to join the team at HMP Hindley, delivering planned and reactive electrical maintenance on a secure site in Hindley. The role offers a 39-hour week with a shift rota and a 15% weekend allowance.

Required are Level 2 Electrical Installation and preferably 18th Edition, with experience in maintenance and fault finding and a good understanding of H&S regulations. Prison security clearance will be provided.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 Electrical Installation and ideally 18th Edition or training for 17th edition.
• Experience in maintenance and fault finding on industrial sites.
• Strong understanding of health & safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Perform fault finding and repairs across the site.
• Conduct electrical testing and inspections (BS7671).
• Carry out minor works and replacements as needed.
• Ensure all systems are safe, compliant and operational; follow RAMS and safe systems of work.

Skills

Maintenance

Fault finding

Health & Safety

Independent worker

Basic IT skills

Education

Level 2 Electrical Installation

18th Edition preferred

Job description

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

39 hours per week | Shift rota

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

Title: On‑Site Electrician

Requisition ID: 12516

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).

Vacancy may close early – don’t miss out.

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

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