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

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, Monday – Friday.

• Ensuring Health & Safety standards are met across the contract.
• 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.
• Testing and inspecting electrical installations in line with current IEE wiring regulations.
• 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 makes this role unique is 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).

• 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.

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.

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.

To find out more about Amey, take a look at our website here

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their 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 peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

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.