On-Site Electrician

On-Site Electrician – Ministry of Justice (MoJ)

At Amey, we recognise the discipline, accountability, teamwork and technical skills that veterans bring. If you’re leaving the Armed Forces or have already transitioned into civilian life, this role offers structure, purpose, and long‑term stability — working in secure environments where your experience truly matters.

We have multiple permanent Electrician opportunities across the Midlands and surrounding areas, supporting His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS).

Derbyshire / Nottinghamshire

• HMP Sudbury
• HMP Nottingham
• HMP Whatton
• HMP Ranby

Worcestershire

• HMP Hewell
• HMP Long Lartin

Leicestershire / Lincolnshire

• HMP Gartree
• HMP Stocken
• HMP Morton Hall

South Midlands / Warwickshire

• HMYOI Swinfen Hall
• HMYOI Onley

Roles are site‑based, with rotas discussed openly at interview to ensure suitability and reasonable commute times.

Working Pattern

• 39 hours per week
• Rota-based hours between 07:45 – 16:45
• 1 in 3/4 weekends (entitles you to an additional 15% shift allowance)

Salary is between £29,937 – £36,135 per annum, depending on experience.

The Role

You’ll carry out planned and reactive electrical maintenance across a secure prison environment, helping to keep facilities safe, compliant and operational.

Key duties include:

• Fault-finding and repair of electrical systems
• Planned preventative maintenance
• Like‑for‑like replacements and minor works
• Electrical testing and inspections (BS7671)
• Supporting Health & Safety, risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Working as part of a close‑knit, professional team in a secure setting

What We’re Looking For

• City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 (or equivalent)
• 18th Edition (or 17th with willingness to upskill)
• Strong Health & Safety awareness
• Experience working to procedures and compliance standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable (but not essential):

• Fire alarm or CCTV knowledge
• Experience in secure, controlled or critical environments

If you meet most but not all criteria, we still encourage you to apply — training and development support is available.

Security Clearance

Prison Security Clearance is required; Amey will support you through this process.

Why Choose Amey

• Stable, long‑term contracts — no project‑to‑project uncertainty
• Clear structure, procedures and leadership
• Values aligned with service, integrity and responsibility
• Funded training and resettlement‑friendly development
• Career progression into Team Leader or Site Manager roles

Benefits

• 24 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Flexible benefits (Cycle2Work, gym discounts, insurance)
• Retail & lifestyle discounts
• Two paid Social Impact Days each year
• Family‑friendly policies
• Supportive Affinity Networks, including Armed Forces communities

About Amey

Amey delivers complex facilities management and infrastructure services across the UK. Within our MoJ contract, we support over 60 secure sites, ensuring environments are safe, compliant and fit for purpose.

Who we are 
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What we do 
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

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.

Apply today – send your CV to Jenna-Mary.Ryan@amey.co.uk

***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***

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