Your New Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Electrician in HMP Haverigg. This role is based on-site and is more than 1 hour from Lancaster. Unless immediately local, you will need to drive to/from work due to the remote coastal location.There will be a need to work 1 in 4 weekends to, but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary).
Electricians play 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). Start and finish times are Monday to Thursday 08:00-17:00; Friday to Sunday 08:00-16:00.You will be responsible for:
- 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 people and businesses.
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 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).
We want to hear from you if you have:
- Appropriate technical qualifications 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 for the 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 youWhen you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that helps you through all life's ups and downs. That's the reason why Investors in People put us amongst the top 1% of employers, and we have a competitive reward and benefits.
- Career Development
- Exceptional development and progression plan
- Pension
- Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
- Holidays
- Minimum 24-day holiday + Bank Holidays
- 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
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 capabilities enable us to create transformative solutions that strengthen resilience and drive sustainable improvements.
Apply today - We are excited to hear from you!
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