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Electrician

Manpower Group (UK), Northampton, MA, United States


The Opportunity
We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a

Maintenance Electrician

to join the on-site facilities team at

HMP Onley .

This role supports the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of electrical systems within a secure prison environment on behalf of His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). A weekend rota is in place (1 in 3 weekends), with an additional allowance payable for weekend working.

The Role
As a Maintenance Electrician, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical maintenance across the site, helping to ensure a safe and well-maintained environment for staff and residents.

Key responsibilities include:

Planned and preventative electrical maintenance, including associated administrative tasks

Fault finding and problem solving on a range of electrical systems

Like-for-like replacements and minor electrical works

Carrying out electrical inspections and testing in accordance with

BS7671 , with accurate recording of results

Ensuring all electrical systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational

Supporting the Responsible Person and Authorised Person when required

Ensuring Health & Safety standards, risk assessments, and safe systems of work are consistently followed

Assisting with escorting duties and other site-related tasks as required

About You
Essential requirements:

City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)

BS7671 18th Edition (17th Edition considered with upskilling available)

Strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements

Experience in planned and preventative maintenance

Good organisational and time management skills

Ability to work independently and use initiative

Experience working to tight deadlines

Comfortable working at heights

Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Electricity at Work Regulations

Basic IT skills

Desirable:

Experience with fire alarm and CCTV systems

Security Clearance
This position is subject to

Prison Security Clearance . Full support will be provided throughout the clearance process.

What's On Offer

Competitive salary with potential for annual review

Additional weekend allowance (15% of basic salary)

Long-term, stable employment within a critical public sector environment

Career progression opportunities into senior engineering or facilities management roles

Comprehensive training and development, including funded qualifications

Minimum 24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits, including insurance options, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounted gym memberships

Access to an online discounts portal with savings across retail, wellbeing, and lifestyle services

Two paid social impact days per year for volunteering or fundraising

Family-friendly policies and support for carers

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

Applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

Reasonable adjustments or additional recruitment support can be discussed at any stage of the process.

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