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Amey is looking for a Maintenance Electrician to ensure planned and reactive maintenance work in prisons is completed safely and timely. The role involves adhering to health standards, inspecting electrical installations, fault finding, and supporting sustainability initiatives. This is a solid career opportunity with diverse benefits tailored for your growth.
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We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an on-site Maintenance Electrician in HMP Long Lartin .
The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (across 7 days as a weekend shift pattern is in place). There is 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).
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.
The Electrician plays an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prisons is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner.
What you will do:
· Ensuring Health & Safety standards are met across the contract
· Testing and inspecting electrical installations in line with current IEE wiring regulations
· Responding promptly to breakdowns, ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently
· Performing planned and preventative electrical maintenance and diagnosing/replacing failed domestic electrical components
· Actively fault finding and problem solving on domestic electrical systems
· Undertaking electrical installation activities according to provided designs and IET Wiring Regulations
· Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services, and oversee the BMS System
· Supporting zero carbon initiatives, contributing to sustainability goals, and handling additional tasks as directed by your line manager
What you will bring:
· Appropriate technical qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above).
· BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition.
· Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations.
· Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution, installation, and testing.
· Ability to work alone and use initiative.
· Capable of working at heights.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.
Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).
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 are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.
About Amey
We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.
Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.
Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
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 peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.
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We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible