Electrician

Amey Lg Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a permanent Electrician for the Ministry of Justice account in Leicester. You will ensure effective electrical maintenance within prison facilities, following the IEE Wiring Regulations. A strong candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in electrical maintenance, with opportunities for career development and a flexible benefits scheme.

Benefits

Career Development

Generous Pension scheme

Flexible benefits scheme

Discounts from leading retailers

Community Involvement Days

Qualifications

• At least 18th Edition qualified (17th Edition holders will be sponsored for upgrade).
• Experience in electrical maintenance activities in a commercial environment.
• Ability to work alone and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and preventative electrical maintenance.
• Diagnose and replace failed domestic electrical components.
• Respond to breakdowns ensuring work is compliant with health and safety.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Problem solving

Education

City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above

BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition

Tools

CCTV systems

Fire alarm systems

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Electrician to join our Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account in HMP Gartree, this role is based on-site.

There will be a need to work some 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.

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.

The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (across 7 days where a weekend shift pattern is in place).

Responsibilities

• Planned and preventative electrical maintenance.
• Diagnosing and replacing failed domestic electrical components.
• Responding to breakdowns ensuring all works are carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and in a timely manner.
• Actively fault finding / problem solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison.
• Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations.
• Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations.
• Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services.
• Other tasks as required by the Site.
• This role will also support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate.
• Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract.

What makes this role unique

You will test and inspect electrical installations across prison facilities in accordance with the 18th IEE Wiring Regulations as amended from time to time. Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

Qualifications and experience

• Appropriate technical qualification e.g. City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above
• BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition*
• Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution and installation and testing
• Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations
• Capable of working at heights
• Ability to work alone and use initiative

Ideally you will be qualified in 18th Edition (however if you currently only have 17th Edition, we will sponsor you to upgrade to the 18th Edition; terms and conditions apply) with experience in electrical maintenance within a commercial environment.

In addition to this, it would be desirable if you have IT skills and experience in fire alarm systems and CCTV systems to help you hit the ground running, although this is not essential as we will provide you with the required development you need to bring you up to speed.

What we offer

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program.

• Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan
• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers
• Social Value - You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives

We embrace difference and support individuals to work in ways that work best for them.

We are committed to working sustainably and by working in partnership with the communities we serve, so people and the planet are protected.

Who is 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.
• We combine exceptional expertise in Consulting & Design, Advisory & Analytics, Transport Infrastructure and Complex Facilities to design, manage, and maintain clients’ assets throughout their lifetime.
• Our leading data and analytics capability enable us to create transformative solutions that strengthen resilience and drive sustainable improvements.

To find out more take a look at our website Amey

Application guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date should we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.