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Electrician

On-site in Cardiff·Full-time·Added 11 days ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Amey

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Overview

Job details

  • Full-time

    Per the ad.

  • Apply by Tuesday 13 October

    The date the employer’s listing closes.

Requirements

  • Work on-site in Cardiff

    No relocation package mentioned.

Benefits

  • 24 days holiday + bank holidays

    Paid annual leave, per the ad.

  • Cycle to work scheme

    Commuter benefits named in the ad.

Skills

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • City & Guilds 2367 or 2357 Level 2 Electrical Installation works or equivalent.
  • BS7671 18th Edition, however, we will consider 17th Edition with upskilling to 18th Edition.
  • Good working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements.
  • Good working knowledge of planned and preventative maintenance operations.
  • Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.
  • Experience of working under pressure to tight deadlines.
  • Able to work at heights, to work independently and use initiative.
  • Understanding of fire alarm and CCTV systems, which will help you make an immediate impact. (Desirable)
  • Knowledge and experience of Electrical Systems and Electricity at work Regulations.
  • Basic IT skills.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
  • Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Engineering Team Leaderor Facilities Manager.
  • Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
  • Holidays - Enjoy at least 24days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
  • Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
  • 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.
  • Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
  • Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
  • Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.

The role

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an on-site Electrician in HMP Cardiff, Knox Rd, Cardiff CF24 0UG.

The Electrician plays an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prisons is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner.

What you'll do

  • Ensuring Health & Safety standards are met across the contract
  • Testing and inspecting electrical installations in line with current IEE wiring regulations
  • Responding promptly to breakdowns, ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently
  • Performing planned and preventative electrical maintenance and diagnosing/replacing failed domestic electrical components
  • Actively fault finding and problem solving on domestic electrical systems
  • Undertaking electrical installation activities according to provided designs and IET Wiring Regulations
  • Monitoring and ordering critical spares for all electrical services, and oversee the BMS System
  • Supporting zero carbon initiatives, contributing to sustainability goals, and handling additional tasks as directed by your line manager

How you'll work

The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week Monday - Thursday 07:30 - 16:30, Friday 07:30 - 15:30. 1 in 3 weekends with 15% uplift shift allowance.

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

What you will bring

Previous experience with planned preventative maintenance is preferred but not essential. While a Level 3 qualification is preferred, we are open to interviewing candidates with a Level 2 qualification

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

Hiring process

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  1. Application

  2. Psychometric testing

    Not every role

    Used where the role requires it.

  3. Competency-based interview

    The Resourcing team briefs you beforehand.

  4. Assessment centre

    Not every role

    Used where the role requires it.

  • No fixed timeframe for the selection process.
  • Feedback is available to every candidate who attends an interview.
  • Interview travel expenses are not reimbursed.

About Amey

Industry
Infrastructure Engineering
Headquarters
Birmingham, UK
Website
amey.co.uk

In their own words

About the company & team

At Amey, we're supporting our justice client, His 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.

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

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.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Additional information

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.

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