On-Site Electrician

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

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Generous pension

Career progression opportunities

Training & upskilling (18th Edition)

Retail discounts

Cycle2Work & gym options

2 paid volunteering days

Job summary

Amey is looking for a qualified Electrician to join the facilities team at HMP Durham, a secure site where your work truly matters. The role covers planned and reactive electrical maintenance, fault finding, and ensuring systems are safe and compliant.

You will work a 39-hour week with a 15% shift allowance and additional call-out pay. The position offers stability on a large live site, with opportunities for upskilling, pension, and progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with Level 2 Electrical qualification.
• 18th Edition (or 17th with upgrade).
• Experience in maintenance or facilities.
• Strong health and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive electrical maintenance across the site.
• Fault finding and repairs on electrical systems.
• Small works and like-for-like replacements.
• Testing and inspection to BS7671 standards.

Skills

Independent working

Problem solving

Health & safety

Education

Level 2 Electrical qualification

Job description

Title: On‑Site Electrician

Requisition ID: 11127

Electrician – HMP Durham

Durham, DH1 3HU

£30,866 – £36,135 + 15% shift allowance + call‑out pay

39 hours per week

Hours

• Mon–Thurs: 07:30 – 16:00
• Fri: 07:30 – 15:30
• 1 in 3 weekends (08:00 – 16:00, 15% uplift)
• Call‑out rota (paid separately)

The Role

We’re looking for a qualified Electrician to join the facilities team at HMP Durham—a secure site where your work genuinely matters.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Planned and reactive electrical maintenance
• Fault finding and repairs across the site
• Small works and like‑for‑like replacements
• Testing and inspection to BS7671 standards
• Keeping systems safe, compliant and operational

What You’ll Need

• Relevant Level 2 Electrical qualification
• 18th Edition (or 17th with willingness to upgrade)
• Experience in maintenance or facilities
• Strong understanding of health & safety
• Able to work independently and problem solve

(Fire alarms / CCTV experience a bonus)

Why Work at HMP Durham?

• Stable, long‑term contract – no travelling between sites
• Good earning potential with shift allowance and overtime
• Varied work on a large, live site
• Supportive, experienced team on site
• Great facilities – parking, gym access and on‑site café

Ideal if you’re looking for job security, a steady routine, and a team‑based environment.

What You Get

• Salary £30,866 – £36,135 + 15% shift allowance
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Generous pension
• Career progression opportunities
• Training & upskilling (including 18th Edition)
• Retail discounts, Cycle2Work & gym options
• 2 paid volunteering days per year

Prison Security clearance and Standard DBS required (we’ll support you).

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