Electrician

The Opportunity At Amey, we're supporting our justice client, Her 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 we're currently looking for an Electrician to join our team. Location: HMP Wealstun, Thorp Arch, Wetherby LS23 7AZ Hours Per Week: 39 hours Contract: Permanent 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) What does the role involve? 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. 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 are we looking for? Appropriate technical qualification eg City & Guilds 2365 parts 1-3, BTEC, NVQ level 3 or above BS7671 IET Wiring Regulations, specifically 18th Edition*. Prison Security Clearance (Amey will support you through this process). 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 independently and use initiative. *If you currently only have 17th Edition, we will sponsor you to upgrade to the 18th Edition (terms and conditions apply). In return: Our rewards make us feel valued here at Amey. If you're happy, you'll think better. It's a simple formula but one that puts your wellbeing as a top priority, that's why we've worked hard to build a reward and benefits program that puts you first, including: Competitive salary Exceptional development and progression plan Contributory Pension Scheme Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays Additional Leave Purchase Scheme Amey Rewards Portal including healthcare, free GP service and dental vouchersAbout Amey We're all originals here and our individuality is an asset. We have unique backgrounds and personalities, which means we all bring different ideas to the table. But we do have one thing in common: we all take personal pride in our public service. With every drop of water and spark of electricity we supply, with every bolt we tighten and with every guiding golden nugget of advice, we better manage the services that we all use and rely on every day, ensuring every household in Britain benefits from our work. Amey is one of the top five support services suppliers in the UK. We employ 14,000 people, have a turnover of £2.1bn and a strong forward order-book. Every household in Britain benefits from the work we do. We maintain the UK's road and rail infrastructure, keep schools safe and clean, manage the UK's defence estate, safely escort prisoners and keep prisons and courts secure. All of this is underpinned by our leading consulting capabilities which uses engineering design and data analytics to better manage the services we all use and rely on. As one of us, you can really be you because your individuality is an asset. You're surrounded by a team of people who want you to grow and embrace new challenges. People who care about your job satisfaction as well as your wellbeing. There'll be experiences as original as you are, in a career that can feel like many rolled into one. You'll be stretched but always supported. Whether it's working on the biggest bridge in the country, learning to get to grips with the latest technology, or just working with a great group of people every day, you'll find what gets you out of bed in the morning at Amey. The Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Business Award Are you under 23 years old? Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to be the next rising star within Amey? Go the extra mile; gain new skills, push yourself physically, help others and explore new places. Gain friendships, experiences and memories that will last a lifetime - and have lots of fun too! The award is run over an 18-month period and there are five modules and an awards presentation included. Visit (url removed)/dofe for more information. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Please contact our recruitment team at to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process. #LI-SW1