Electrician

Amey

The Role

Overview

Electrical maintenance, fault fixing and installations in a prison (39h/week, weekend rota).

Key Responsibilities

  • spare management
  • breakdown response
  • electrical testing
  • electrical installation
  • preventative maintenance

Tasks

-Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services. -Responding to breakdowns ensuring all works are carried out under the appropriate Safe System of Work and in a timely manner. -Testing and inspecting electrical installations in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations. -Undertaking electrical installation activities in accordance with the design provided and IET Wiring Regulations. -Planned and preventative electrical maintenance.

Requirements

  • bs7671
  • fire alarms
  • cctv
  • fault finding
  • nvq level3
  • heights

What You Bring

-BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition (however if you currently only have 17th Edition, we will sponsor you to upgrade to the 18th Edition; terms and conditions apply). -Experience in fire alarm systems and CCTV systems. -Ability to work alone and use initiative. -Actively fault finding / problem solving on domestic electrical systems across the prison. -Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations. -Experience of electrical maintenance activities, general distribution and installation and testing within a commercial environment. -Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey. -Appropriate technical qualification eg City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above. -Capable of working at heights.

Benefits

-On Site - free parking, use of gym, catering facilities. -Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant. -Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey. -Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions. -Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days. -Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities. -Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership. -Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. -Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth. -Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager.

The Company

About Amey

-Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities. -Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms. -Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades. -Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia. -A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes. -From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Transport

Utilities

Government

Defence

Justice

Education

Health

Highways

Rail

Facilities Management

Energy

Security Clearance

-prison security clearance including counter terrorism check (ctc) required, with employer support.