On-Site Electrician – Prison Facilities Maintenance

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Gym access

Catering facilities

Job summary

Amey is recruiting a permanent Electrician for HMP Buckley Hall in Rochdale. You will maintain essential electrical systems, diagnose faults, and perform replacements while ensuring safety and compliance within a custodial environment.

Join a Ministry of Justice Facilities Management team dedicated to safe and efficient prison operations, with opportunities for training and progression in a long-term career.

Qualifications

• Must have BS 7671 18th Edition certification; 17th Edition considered with upskilling.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and Electricity at Work Regulations.
• Experience with planned preventative maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and safely at height.
• Basic IT skills and clear record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and preventative electrical maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and resolve electrical issues across the estate.
• Carry out like-for-like replacements and minor electrical works; inspections and testing per BS 7671.
• Support the Responsible Person and Authorised Person when required.
• Apply Health & Safety standards and safe systems of work.
• Support escorting and wider operational duties to help the site run safely.

Skills

Proactive approach

Organised

Electrical systems knowledge

Electricity at Work Regulations

PPM (planned preventative maintenance)

Independent working

Working at height

Record keeping

Education

BS 7671 18th Edition certification

BS 7671 17th Edition certification

Tools

BS 7671

Job description

Amey is recruiting a permanent Electrician for HMP Buckley Hall in Rochdale. You will maintain essential electrical systems, diagnose faults, and perform replacements while ensuring safety and compliance within a custodial environment.

Join a Ministry of Justice Facilities Management team dedicated to safe and efficient prison operations, with opportunities for training and progression in a long-term career.